Faculty of AgriSciences

BSc in Food Science

Bachelor 4 years Full-time NSFAS Funded
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
4 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Main Campus
Language
Afrikaans and English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

Prepares graduates for careers in the food industry covering quality assurance, product development, research, and production management. The programme combines chemistry, microbiology, and food technology.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • English or Afrikaans Home Language or First Additional Language 3 40–49%
  • Mathematics 4 50–59%
  • Physical Sciences 3 40–49%

Additional Requirements

  • NSC aggregate of at least 60% excluding Life Orientation
NSC aggregate of at least 60% (excluding Life Orientation). Mathematics 60%. Physical Sciences 50%. Not available as an ECP.
Career Opportunities
Food scientist in quality assurance, product development, research Technical support, sales and production management in the food industry
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