NQF 7
qualification level
The BSc (Mathematical Sciences) is a bachelor's Degree offered by Akademia for 2027 learners, taking 3 years minimum (maximum 7 years); full-time on campus to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Do you qualify
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study BSc (Mathematical Sciences) at Akademia
- NSC with a bachelor's pass
- At least 50% for Afrikaans and 60% for Mathematics
- A USAf exemption certificate or a related higher certificate is also accepted
What you study
About BSc (Mathematical Sciences)
The BSc (Mathematical Sciences) gives students a thorough grounding in pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics, along with programming skills. It is an NQF level 7 degree of 400 credits (SAQA ID 112505), taught full-time at the Pretoria campus.
It suits learners who enjoy mathematics and want to use it to solve real-world problems, whether in finance, science, technology or teaching.
Main modules by year:
- Year 1: Calculus, Introduction to Applied Mathematics, Introduction to Statistics and Programming Concepts.
- Year 2: Calculus and Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Methods, Introduction to Probability Theory, Advanced Calculus, Linear Algebra, Sampling Distribution Theory, Mathematical Modelling, Dynamics and Statistical Inference.
- Year 3: students choose two of three majors: Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Mathematics, each with its own module options.
By the end of the degree, graduates should be able to analyse data critically, turn practical problems into mathematical models, choose the right methods to solve them and explain their results clearly.
Graduates can apply for honours study in mathematics, statistics or applied mathematics, or add a teaching qualification such as the Postgraduate Teaching Certificate to become a mathematics teacher.
After you graduate
Careers After BSc (Mathematical Sciences)
Course intelligence for BSc (Mathematical Sciences)
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Good sign: Statistician appears on South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand, a Department of Higher Education and Training analysis of employer hiring activity. Employers have been reporting real recruitment pressure for this role, which generally works in your favour once you’ve completed BSc (Mathematical Sciences).
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like Akademia. Ask Akademia directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
Akademia’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with Akademia and NSFAS.
Step by step
How to Apply for BSc (Mathematical Sciences) in 2027
Apply online at akademia.ac.za/doen-aansoek, or book a consultation with an advisor first. Upload a certified ID copy, your Grade 12 results (or final NSC) and, for postgraduate study, your academic record and degree certificate. Applications for 2027 close on 29 January 2027. Classes and assessments are in Afrikaans, so make sure you are comfortable studying in the language.
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Source: Official website: https://akademia.ac.za/bsc-wiskundige-wetenskappe/, last verified 2026-09-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Akademia before applying.