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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistical Sciences

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistical Sciences is an official University of the Western Cape programme in the Faculty of Natural Sciences. Programme structure, modules and selection rules may be updated by UWC.

Course content

What you may study

Calculus; algebra; statistics; probability; mathematical modelling; computing; data analysis; and applied quantitative problem-solving. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Subject guidance

Recommended school subjects

English and Mathematics.

These are general recommendations, not confirmed minimum subject rules.
Admission

Other admission conditions

Official UWC programme code 3227. Confirm the latest selection rules and capacity requirements on the linked UWC programme page.

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 or postgraduate study in mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, data science, analytics or a related quantitative field.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Data analyst; statistician-in-training; quantitative analyst; actuarial analyst; research assistant; or mathematical modeller, depending on further training and professional requirements.

Study locations

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