Bachelor of Biokinetics Course Requirements at University of Johannesburg
University of Johannesburg · Faculty of Health Sciences
The Bachelor of Biokinetics is a bachelor's Degree offered by University of Johannesburg for 2027 learners, taking 4 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 Biokinetics at University of Johannesburg
NSC with APS 32 (with Mathematics) or 33 (with Mathematical Literacy); English 5 (60%+); Mathematics 4 (50%+).
About this course
Trains practitioners to use structured exercise as a treatment modality for orthopaedic injuries and chronic conditions, alongside health promotion and disease prevention work.
Possible careers
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply through UJ's official online application system at www.uj.ac.za/Apply (paper applications may be sent to the Student Enrolment Centre); applications typically open in April and close on 31 October for entry the following year.
Course intelligence for Bachelor of Biokinetics
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 Biokinetics doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Biokineticist. 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
As a Bachelor's Degree at University of Johannesburg, 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 University of Johannesburg and NSFAS.
- Applications for 2027 studies
- Open: 1 April 2026
- Close: 31 October 2026
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- Duration
- 4 years
- NQF Level
- 8
- APS / Points
- APS 32/33
- Campus
- Doornfontein Campus, Johannesburg
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Source: uj.json, last verified 2026-08-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with University of Johannesburg before applying.