Courses required to become a Microbiologist in South Africa

This site currently lists 9 courses across 5 South African institutions that lead to becoming a Microbiologist: 9 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 Microbiologist in South Africa

The 5 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Microbiologist. 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 Microbiologists (5)

9 courses across 5 universities lead toward a career as a Microbiologist, including the Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Microbiology) and BSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Available courses to study towards becoming a Microbiologist

9 courses

Universities (9)

Nelson Mandela University logoSee requirements
Stellenbosch University logo

BSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

SU · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
aggregate 65%
University of the Witwatersrand logoNo standard APS - Wits uses…
University of the Witwatersrand logoAPS 43 + (waitlist consider…
University of Venda logo

BSc (Biochemistry and Microbiology)

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

BSc (Microbiology and Botany)

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

Extended BSc (Microbiology and Botany)

Univen · Bachelor's Degree · 4 years
NSC 26