Overview

The Faculty of Military Science, which offers you the Technology programme at the Stellenbosch University, is based at Saldanha and offers certificate, bachelor's and postgraduate programmes for selected officers of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) and other defence forces.

What we offer

These study programmes are focused on national security and defence issues, and are designed to serve the specific interests of the SANDF. They are also designed to be as relevant as possible to the requirements of the officer in the SANDF. Specialisation in any one of several disciplines, in keeping with students' preferences, is possible - but only within the boundaries of their specific Arm of Service's requirements. The minimum duration for the bachelor's programmes is three years.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aeronautical Science (Mil) and Military Technology (compulsory for all SAAF air crew)

Computer Information Systems (Mil)

Mathematics (Mil)

Military Geography (compulsory for all SA Army general duty officers)

Nautical Science (compulsory for all SA Navy combat officers)

Physics (Mil)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Military Science Electronics & Embedded Technology Engineering Management View 3 other Bachelors in Engineering Management in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of permanent residence or refugee status (if you are not a South African citizen)

Student support form (students with disabilities)

Additional programme specific documents (If applicable)

Application fee (R100) – 8 USD

Unless your documents are in English or Dutch, you should supply a certified translation with certified copies of your qualifications

A recommendation from the Military Academy Selection Board that takes into account the requirements set by the SANDF

A National Senior Certificate as certified by Umalusi with admission to bachelor's degree studies

Mathematics 50%

Physical Sciences 50%

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

117875 ZAR / year

≈ 117875 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

50400 ZAR / year

≈ 50400 ZAR / year

Additional Details

National: R350 per credit at max R50 400

Living costs

Stellenbosch

South Africa

7630 - 10640 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What we offer

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Stellenbosch

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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