University of Cape TownBachelor's DegreeBachelor of Science in Construction Studies
Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
Duration3 yearsNQF level7Campuses1
About this course
UCT 2027 admission scoring: Guaranteed: 450 FPS; likely: 420 WPS; possible targeted-redress admission: 390 FPS. Source pages: programme 33-36; admission requirements 36. UCT uses faculty-specific FPS/WPS rather than the standard APS field.
What you may study
Core natural sciences; mathematics or statistics; laboratory methods; scientific computing; data interpretation; research practice; and discipline-specific practical work. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.
Required school subjects
MathematicsLevel 5 · 65%Mathematics 65% or above.
Physical Sciences55%Guaranteed band requires 60%; likely and possible bands require 55%.
Other admission conditions
Guaranteed: 450 FPS; likely: 420 WPS; possible targeted-redress admission: 390 FPS.
Mathematics, AL and QL must be written; results are not used for EBE admission.
Possible study paths
Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Honours, postgraduate diploma or advanced study in the relevant scientific discipline, subject to academic performance and programme requirements.
Where this qualification may lead
Laboratory analyst; research assistant; quality-control technician; science officer; technical specialist; or scientific-services practitioner, depending on the specialisation.
Study locations
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