University of the Free State campus

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BSc Chemical Sciences at University of the Free State

University of the Free State, South Africa

Programme overview

Three-year BSc specialising in Chemical Sciences (B4330), Bloemfontein Campus; majors are selected in the second year and include Chemistry and Biochemistry, Chemistry and Botany, Chemistry and Microbiology, and Chemistry and Physics. A limited number of students are admitted to Chemistry as a major in second year based on academic excellence.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

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Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 32. Majors listed (BC432119, BC432120, BC432139, BC432140): AP 32; English Level 4 (50%); Mathematics Level 5 (60%); Life Sciences Level 5 (60%) except Chemistry and Physics (not applicable); Physical Sciences Level 5 (60%).

ZAR 63,440 a year (2027). Prospectus 2027 estimated fee structure: estimated average tuition per year for 'BSc Chemistry and Physics (the estimate is listed for that major combination)'; guideline for first year, excludes food, uniforms, textbooks, study material, accommodation an Source

Undergraduate applications open online on 1 April. Closing dates: 31 May for MB ChB, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Physiotherapy, Radiation Science, Biokinetics, Dietetics and Sport Coaching; 31 July for Nursing, Social Work and Architecture; 31 August for international undergraduate applications; 30 September for transferring students and all other selection and non-selection programmes.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.ufs.ac.za

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