Overview

The Microbiology (Hons) programme at the Stellenbosch University includes formal modules in Microbiology as well as seminars, self-study and experimental work.

Quick Facts:

The Department of Microbiology hosts two research chairs:

the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) research chair in Biofuels and other clean Alternative fuels; and
the ERWAT Research Chair in Wastewater Management.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Experimental Microbiology

Techniques in Molecular Microbiology

Selected Topics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Biology Microbiology View 31 other Bachelors in Biology 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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Other requirements

General requirements

BSc degree with Microbiology as a major, that means Microbiology 314, 324, 354 and 364 OR
A BSc degree in Chemistry and Polymer Science with elective modules as in Option 2: Microbiology 314(16), and 324(16) or 364(16).
An average final mark of at least 60% for Microbiology 3
Supplementary work may be required, depending on your background

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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

58766 ZAR / year

≈ 58766 ZAR / year

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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