Courses required to become a Laboratory Scientist in South Africa

This site currently lists 46 courses across 14 South African institutions that lead to becoming a Laboratory Scientist: 45 Bachelor's Degrees and 1 Bachelor Honours Degree. 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 Health & Medicine course category.

Where to study to become a Laboratory Scientist in South Africa

The 14 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Laboratory Scientist. 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 Laboratory Scientists (14)

46 courses across 14 universities lead toward a career as a Laboratory Scientist, including the Bachelor of Applied Science in Biotechnology and Bachelor of Science. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.