Courses required to become a Geologist in South Africa

This site currently lists 12 courses across 10 South African institutions that lead to becoming a Geologist: 12 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 Geologist in South Africa

The 10 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Geologist. 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 Geologists (10)

12 courses across 10 universities lead toward a career as a Geologist, including the Bachelor of Science (Geo-Sciences: Geography and Geology) and Bachelor of Science (Geo-Sciences: Geography and Geology) (Extended). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Available courses to study towards becoming a Geologist

12 courses

Universities (12)

Nelson Mandela University logoSee requirements
Nelson Mandela University logoSee requirements
Stellenbosch University logo

BSc Earth Science

SU · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
aggregate 65%
University of Cape Town logo

Bachelor of Science in Geology

University of Cape Town · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years (4 years extended)
FPS approx. 660 (Band A gua…
University of KwaZulu-Natal logo

B Sc Geological Science

UKZN · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
APS 48-28 (guide)
University of Limpopo logo

BSc (Geology) - Bachelor of Science in Geology

UL · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
APS 26+
University of Pretoria logo

Bachelor of Science in Geology

UP · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
APS 34+
University of the Free State logo

Bachelor of Science specialising in Geology

UFS · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
AP 30