Overview

Key facts

The Physics programme at the Stellenbosch University offers three streams of which you choose one:

Laser Physics (Physical), Nuclear Physics, Radiation and Health Physics
Laser Physics (Biological)
Theoretical Physics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physics
Mathematics
Applied Mathematics
Biochemistry
Chemistry

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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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Physics View 15 other Bachelors in Physics 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

Write the National Benchmark Tests AQL and MAT

Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%

Physical Sciences 50%

Mathematics 70%

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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

69652 ZAR / year

≈ 69652 ZAR / year

Living costs

Stellenbosch

South Africa

7630 - 10640 ZAR / month

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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