Courses required to become a Biologist in South Africa

Poster listing courses to become a Biologist in South Africa, offered at University of Johannesburg, University of the Free State and University of Venda, with a link to studies.mycourses.co.za

This site currently lists 6 courses across 4 South African institutions that lead to becoming a Biologist: 6 Bachelor's Degrees. Entry requirements, subject choices and admission scores differ by institution and by qualification type, so it is worth comparing more than one route below before deciding where to apply. This career falls under our Natural & Physical Sciences course category.

Where to study to become a Biologist in South Africa

The 4 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Biologist. Admission requirements differ by institution, so check the Grade 12 subjects and admission score on each course page before applying.

Universities that Offer Courses for Biologists (4)

6 courses across 4 universities lead toward a career as a Biologist, including the Bachelor of Science in Botany and Zoology and Bachelor of Science specialising in Biological Sciences. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Available courses to study towards becoming a Biologist

6 courses

Universities (6)

University of Venda logo

BSc (Biochemistry and Biology)

Univen · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
NSC 26
University of Venda logo

Extended BSc (Biochemistry and Biology)

Univen · Bachelor's Degree · 4 years
NSC 26
Walter Sisulu University logo

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences

WSU · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
APS 25+