Everything you need to know about a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) course in South Africa

Studying Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. degree) is an undergraduate academic degree offered by universities and colleges worldwide. The study duration of a B.Sc. programme is three to four years. In the UK, a three-year Bachelor’s is also referred to as Basic or Minors Bachelor’s, whereas the four-year Bachelor’s is referred to as an Honours Bachelor: e.g. Business Management (Hons).

The Bachelor of Science degree focuses on developing students’ mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Research abilities are tested in the final year when students have to write a thesis to complete their studies.

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree is mainly awarded to students in the areas of Natural Sciences, Business & Management, Engineering Sciences, Mathematics, and Informatics. Universities like Cambridge and Oxford offer B.A. degrees for all their undergraduate studies, including research and scientific programmes. In most cases a B.Sc. degree is the first step you need to take before you begin your career in a technical field, such as Engineering or Computer Science.