Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at Walter Sisulu University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (qualification code W64013) produces graduates with solid foundations in all branches of chemistry. It is offered by the Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

All branches of chemistry, additional mathematics courses up to level two, and additional industrial and environmental chemistry courses.

Career pathways

Chemistry graduates find employment in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, mining, metallurgy, education, forensics, environmental and materials technology sectors, as data analysts and computational scientists, and the degree is a basis for further study in chemical engineering, finance and business.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 14. A National Senior or vocational certificate (NQF level) with a bachelor's endorsement and achievement in the subjects as follows: Subject Requirement Mathematics Level 5 Physical Science Level 5 English Level 4 Minimum APS score of 14 based on the three subjects. OR A National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (NQF Level 6).

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process

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