Overview

Key Features

The Bachelor of Science in Computational and Applied Mathematics (Honours) offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is designed to transform you into a well-rounded applied and computational mathematician capable of handling any mathematical challenge. A variety of compulsory courses such as Mathematical Modelling, Global Optimisation, Partial Differential Equations, Computational Differential Equations and Symmetries will enable you to achieve this goal. Elective topics are available to suit your individual ambitions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Modelling
Partial Differential Equations
Symmetry Methods for Differential Equations
Computational Differential Equations
Continuum Mechanics
Global Optimization
Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Applied Mathematics Computational Mathematics

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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

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent.
A pass in the relevant major course at this University or any other university whose programme has been approved by Senate.
At least 60% average in the final undergraduate course.

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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

46280 ZAR / year

≈ 46280 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

46280 ZAR / year

≈ 46280 ZAR / year

Additional Details

R46,280 – R55,190

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 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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Scholarships Information

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