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Bachelor of Commerce in Finance Course Requirements at University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town · Faculty of Commerce

Admission score: FPS approx. 435 (Band A guaranteed) University of Cape Town uses its own admission-scoring system, not directly comparable to standard APS.
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The Bachelor of Commerce in Finance is a bachelor's Degree offered by University of Cape Town 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 Commerce in Finance at University of Cape Town

  • NSC with Mathematics at 60% and English at 50% (HL)/60% (FAL)
  • FPS of roughly 435 or above required for guaranteed admission

About this course

This specialisation develops the skills needed to source, allocate and invest capital, preparing students for roles across investment banking, corporate finance and asset management. It can be combined with Accounting, Economics or Information Systems as a second area of focus. The degree emphasises quantitative analysis and sound financial decision-making.

Possible careers

Course intelligence for Bachelor of Commerce in Finance

Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.

Not on the scarce-skills list

Job market outlook

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Corporate Treasurer. 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.

Likely NSFAS-eligible

NSFAS funding

As a Bachelor's Degree at University of Cape Town, 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.

Moderately competitive

Admission chances

Admission competitiveness meter for Bachelor of Commerce in Finance at University of Cape Town: Moderately competitiveAccessibleModerateCompetitiveVery competitive

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 University of Cape Town and NSFAS.

How to apply for 2027 studies

Apply directly through UCT's own online application system (applyonline.uct.ac.za); this listing does not process applications.

Ready to apply? This takes you straight to University of Cape Town’s own official application page.

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Applications for 2027 studies
Open: 1 April 2026
Close: 31 July 2026
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Duration
3 years
APS / Points
FPS approx. 435 (Band A guaranteed)
Campus
Rondebosch Campus, Cape Town

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Source: uct.json, last verified 2026-08-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with University of Cape Town before applying.