Courses required to become a Research Scientist in South Africa
This site currently lists 41 courses across 10 South African institutions (9 public universities and 1 private institution) that lead to becoming a Research Scientist: 39 Bachelor's Degrees and 2 Bachelor Honours 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 Research Scientist in South Africa
The 9 public universities and 1 private institution listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Research 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 Research Scientists (9)
40 courses across 9 universities lead toward a career as a Research Scientist, including the Bachelor of Science with Applied Mathematics and Chemistry and Bachelor of Science with Applied Mathematics and Electronics. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.
Private Colleges that Offer Courses for Research Scientists (1)
One option here: the Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine at Eduvos. See its exact admission requirements in the course list below.
Available courses to study towards becoming a Research Scientist
41 courses