Bachelor of Business Science Course Requirements at RU
Rhodes University · Faculty of Commerce
The Bachelor of Business Science is a bachelor's Degree offered by RU for 2027 learners, taking 3 years 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.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Bachelor of Business Science at RU
National Senior Certificate with English at Level 4 (50-59%) and Mathematics at Level 6 (70-79%).
About this course
The Bachelor of Business Science pairs rigorous quantitative training with a business focus, drawing on subjects such as computer science, economics, information systems and management. It suits students who want a strong analytical foundation for data-driven roles in business. Because of its quantitative emphasis, entry depends heavily on a high level of achievement in Mathematics.
Possible careers
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply directly through Rhodes University's online application system at www.ross.ru.ac.za, or via www.ru.ac.za/admissiongateway. Applications typically open 1 April and close 30 September.
Course intelligence for Bachelor of Business Science
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: Economist 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 Bachelor of Business Science.
NSFAS funding
As a Bachelor's Degree at RU, a public institution, this course generally falls within NSFAS’s undergraduate funding scope. Funding is means-tested and not automatic, so confirm your own eligibility at nsfas.org.za before relying on it.
Admission chances
This course sits in the middle for competitiveness. With its published admission requirements, you have a reasonable chance if you apply in good time, though it’s not a sure thing. Don’t leave your application to the last week.
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 RU and NSFAS.
- Applications for 2027 studies
- Open: 1 April 2026
- Close: 30 September 2026
Exact opening/closing day not yet published by Rhodes for 2026 - month shown is accurate.
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- Duration
- 3 years
- NQF Level
- 7
- APS / Points
- 38-44 points (Dean's discretion); 45+ points (provisional offer)
- Campus
- Makhanda Campus, Makhanda
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Source: rhodes-university.json, last verified 2026-08-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Rhodes University before applying.