NQF 7
qualification level
The Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking is a bachelor's Degree offered by Milpark for 2027 learners, taking 3 years full load (about 40 hours a week); 6 years half load; maximum 9 years; online 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 Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking at Milpark
- For NSC holders (2008 onwards): at least 50% in four NSC 20-credit subjects, one of which must be English
- Mathematics at 50% or more, or Mathematical Literacy at 70% or more
- If you miss the Maths requirement but have 50% or more in any two of Economics, Business Economics, Accounting, Physical Science or Biology, you may be admitted on condition that you pass the BCom bridging programme first
- Senior Certificate holders (2007 or earlier) need 24 points on Milpark's points system and Mathematics at E or higher (HG) or D or higher (SG)
- A relevant NQF 5 Higher Certificate or NQF 6 Diploma in business or commerce may also be accepted
- Mature age exemption through Universities South Africa (USAf) is possible
What you study
About Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking
The Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking is a 374-credit degree at NQF level 7. It is offered by the School of Financial Services for people who want to specialise in banking, from junior posts through to management.
Key modules include:
- Foundations to Business Studies
- Financial Reporting
- Regulation and Compliance in Banking
- Retail Banking
- Bank Management
- Risk Management in Banking
- Digital Banking Transformation and Fintech
- Financial Markets
- Global Banking Operations
You can study in one of two online modes: Immersive Online Learning (IO), which is guided and includes scheduled live sessions, small-group work and interactive content, or Distance Learning (DL), which is self-paced and built around textbooks and study guides with optional online resources.
The degree appears on the FSCA list of recognised qualifications for FAIS fit and proper purposes and can lead on to the Postgraduate Diploma in Banking. Next intake 15 September 2026
After you graduate
Careers After Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking
Course intelligence for Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Credit Analyst. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like Milpark. Ask Milpark directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
Milpark’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 Milpark and NSFAS.
Step by step
How to Apply for Bachelor of Commerce Majoring in Banking in 2027
Apply online through the Milpark application portal (portal.milpark.ac.za): choose the qualification, pay the application fee, write the admission test if one applies and upload certified copies of your ID, highest qualification and any other documents listed in the programme factsheet. Once you are accepted, you register for modules on the student portal and upload proof of payment. Apply well before registration closes, as late applications roll over to the next intake.
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Source: Official website: https://www.milpark.ac.za/programmes/bachelor-of-commerce-majoring-in-banking/, last verified 2026-09-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Milpark Education before applying.