BSc Forensic Science at University of the Free State

Programme overview

Three-year BSc specialising in Forensic Science (B4311, major BC433031), Bloemfontein Campus.

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

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 34. Subject to selection: AP 34 with a cumulative AP score of at least 17 for Mathematics, Life Sciences and Physical Sciences; English Level 4 (50%); Mathematics Level 6 (70%); Life Sciences Level 6 (70%); Physical Sciences Level 5 (60%). Closing date 30 September 2026.

ZAR 65,330 a year (2027). Prospectus 2027 estimated fee structure: estimated average tuition per year for 'BSc Forensic Science'; guideline for first year, excludes food, uniforms, textbooks, study material, accommodation and travel; subject to change. Source

Domestic applicants: ZAR 72,730 a year (2026). Indicative estimated average cost per year for SA and SADC students, listed as 'B.Sc Forensic Science' (first-year amount shown). Year 1 R72,730; Year 2 R58,060; Year 3 R56,560. Tuition is charged per module and varies with modules registered; subject to 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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