BSc in Microbiology at University of Pretoria

Programme overview

This programme studies microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, algae and viruses, covering their structure, function and classification, and how to harness and control microbial activities for industrial, agricultural and ecosystem purposes. It unites a diverse group of specialisations including immunology, genetics, bioinformatics and computational biology.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences | Duration: 3 years, full-time | Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026 | Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Structure, function and classification of microbial species, overlapping with botany, chemistry, zoology, physiology, genetics, medicine, nutrition and environmental sciences.

Career pathways

Food, dairy, beer, wine, baker's yeast and fermentation industries; mining corrosion control; medical or veterinary microbiology; microbial genomics and ecology; research at CSIR, MRC or ARC; academic lecturing and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 32. NSC/IEB: English Home/First Additional Language 5, Mathematics 5, Physical Sciences 5.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 74,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc (Microbiology)'); the source states a range of R74,000 to R94,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years have separate ranges. Exclu Source

Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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