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Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science Course Requirements at Univen

University of Venda · Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture

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The Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science is a bachelor Honours Degree offered by Univen for 2027 postgraduate applicants. 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.

Minimum Admission Requirements to study Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science at Univen

A relevant bachelor's degree or the equivalent.

About this course

This is a Bachelor Honours qualification in Computer Science, offered by the University of Venda through the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture. It builds on an undergraduate degree in a related field and is a step toward Master's-level study.

Course intelligence for Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science

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 Computer Science 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.

More accessible

Admission chances

Admission competitiveness meter for Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science at Univen: More accessibleAccessibleModerateCompetitiveVery competitive

Univen’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 Univen and NSFAS.

Applications for 2027 studies
Open: 1 May 2026
Close: 30 September 2026

Exact closing day not yet published by Univen for 2026 - month shown is accurate.

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Source: University of Venda 2026 Postgraduate Student Information Brochure, last verified 2026-08-28. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with University of Venda before applying.