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Study Mathematics in South Africa

Mathematics degrees develop abstract and analytical thinking – algebra, analysis, geometry, statistics and applied mathematics – a foundation for research, data science, finance and engineering.

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  1. Bachelor

    Bachelor Sc Stream M (Mathematics), Pietermaritzburg, Westville

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Mathematics (PhD)

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  3. Bachelor

    Applied Mathematics (Bachelor of Science (Honours))

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  4. Bachelor

    Financial Mathematics (Bachelor of Science (Honours))

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Mathematics (Pure and Applied) (PhD)

    Rhodes University 🇿🇦 Grahamstown, South Africa

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  7. Bachelor

    BSc (Physical Science & Mathematics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  8. Bachelor

    Industrial Mathematics (Bachelor of Science (Honours))

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  9. Other programmes

    Pure Mathematics,

    African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), University of Stellenbosch, South Africa 🇿🇦 Muizenberg, South Africa

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  10. Bachelor

    Physics and Applied Mathematics - BSc Degree (3Years)

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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  11. Bachelor

    B.Sc. majoring in Mathematics

    University of Limpopo 🇿🇦 Medunsa, South Africa

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  12. Master

    MSc (Mathematics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD (Applied Mathematics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  15. Bachelor

    BSc Applied Mathematics

    North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

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  16. Bachelor

    Bachelor Sc Industrial Mathematics

    University of Durban - Westville 🇿🇦 Ashwood, Durban, South Africa

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  17. Master

    Applied Mathematics (Master of Science)

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  19. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorate: Applied Mathematics

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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  20. Master

    Mathematics (Masters)

    Walter Sisulu University 🇿🇦 Unitra, South Africa

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD (Mathematics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  22. Other programmes

    Applied Mathematics – Mathematics

    North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

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Study Mathematics in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 15 universities and colleges offer 102 Mathematics programmes: 41 Bachelor, 20 Master and 14 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Pretoria, Potchefstroom, Rondebosch and Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand. Institutions with the widest choice: University of South Africa, North-West University and University of Cape Town.

Degrees in Mathematics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Mathematics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Mathematics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Mathematics programmes?

The directory lists 102 Mathematics programmes at 15 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Pretoria, Potchefstroom and Rondebosch.

How long does it take to study Mathematics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Mathematics programmes in South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of South Africa, North-West University, University of Cape Town, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) and University of KwaZulu-Natal.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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