Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies at University of Johannesburg

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31 Oct 2026

applications close

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The Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies is a bachelor Honours Degree offered by University of Johannesburg for 2027 postgraduate applicants, taking Part-time: 2 years; Full-time: 1 year to complete. This page covers the minimum admission requirements 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

Minimum Admission Requirements to study Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies at University of Johannesburg

Admission requires approval of the Programme Co-ordinator of Energy Studies and the Head of Department, and is subject to appropriate undergraduate study and experience in the energy industry.

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What you study

About Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies

This Honours programme covers six examined modules spanning energy economics, energy technology, energy modelling, international/geographical/political aspects of energy, energy policy formulation, and a research project. It suits candidates with relevant undergraduate background and prior industry experience in energy.

Course intelligence for Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies

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 Science Honours in Energy Studies doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list. 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.

Unlikely to be NSFAS-funded

NSFAS funding

NSFAS funding is generally limited to a student’s first undergraduate qualification, so a Bachelor Honours Degree like this one doesn’t usually qualify. Postgraduate funding more often comes through NRF bursaries, university-specific scholarships, or an employer.

Moderately competitive

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.

Step by step

How to Apply for Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies in 2027

Applications open 1 April 2026 and close 31 October 2026.

Check that you qualify. Compare your marks against the requirements above before you pay an application fee.
Get your documents ready. Certified ID or passport, your latest results, and proof of payment if a fee applies.
Apply on the official portal. The button below opens University of Johannesburg’s own application page.
Track your application and reply quickly to any request for outstanding documents.

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Answers

Bachelor of Science Honours in Energy Studies: Frequently Asked Questions

Requirements are: Admission requires approval of the Programme Co-ordinator of Energy Studies and the Head of Department, and is subject to appropriate undergraduate study and experience in the energy industry.

Applications are made online through University of Johannesburg's own application portal, which the apply button on this page links to directly. Applications close on 31 October 2026 for 2027. You will usually need your ID, your latest results and proof of payment if an application fee applies.

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