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Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology

College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS28Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

UKZN CAO code: KN-W-BSM. Published APS range: 48-28. Entry requirements: NSC degree entry with Mathematics, English and Life Orientation level 4, plus Agricultural Sciences, Life Sciences or Physical Sciences level 4. Source: UKZN 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus, programme table page 20-24. UKZN does not require the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs), and NBT results are not used for selection.

Course content

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.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

MathematicsLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
EnglishLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Life OrientationLevel 4 · 50%NSC level 4 (50% or above).
Agricultural Sciences / Life Sciences / Physical SciencesLevel 4 · 50%At least one listed science subject at level 4.
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

Published selection range: 48-28.
Not required by UKZN and not considered for selection.

Further study

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.

Career possibilities

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

Available campuses

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Main campusWestville CampusDurban, KwaZulu-NatalView campus
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