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30 Sep 2026

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The BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences is a bachelor's Degree offered by University of the Western Cape 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.

Do you qualify

Grade 12 Required Subjects to study BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences at University of the Western Cape

University of the Western Cape uses its own admission score for this course: 33 UWC Points. It is not directly comparable to the standard NSC APS scale.
  • Minimum of 33 UWC points
  • Maths Code 5 AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences OR Information Technology Code 4

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What you study

About BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences

This degree develops advanced mathematical and statistical reasoning, covering areas such as calculus, algebra, probability and data analysis. Graduates are equipped for careers in data-driven fields as well as further postgraduate study in mathematics or statistics. The programme requires a strong Mathematics entry mark reflecting its technical rigour.

After you graduate

Careers After BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences

Course intelligence for BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences

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

Actively hiring

Job market outlook

Good sign: Statistician 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 BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences.

Likely NSFAS-eligible

NSFAS funding

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

More accessible

Admission chances

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University of the Western Cape’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 University of the Western Cape and NSFAS.

Step by step

How to Apply for BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences in 2027

Applications open 1 April 2026 and close 30 September 2026.

Applicants apply directly through UWC's own online application system at grade12applications.uwc.ac.za; this is not a centralised admissions portal.

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Answers

BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences: Frequently Asked Questions

Requirements are: Minimum of 33 UWC points; Maths Code 5 AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences OR Information Technology Code 4.
University of the Western Cape lists "33 UWC Points" for this course. That is the institution's own scoring system and is not directly comparable to the standard NSC APS scale.
The course takes 3 years to complete full time at University of the Western Cape. It sits at NQF level 7.
Graduates most often go into Actuarial Trainee, Data Analyst, Mathematics Researcher and Statistician.
Applications are made online through University of the Western Cape's own application portal, which the apply button on this page links to directly. Applications close on 30 September 2026 for 2027. You will usually need your ID, your latest results and proof of payment if an application fee applies.

What Courses Do I Qualify For in South Africa?

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

Course at a glance

  • Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
  • Duration: 3 years
  • NQF level: 7
  • Admission score: 33 UWC Points
  • Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences
  • Campus: Main Campus, Bellville
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