Nelson Mandela University

BSc (Computer Science) BSc with majors in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics.

Programme Overview:

BSc with majors in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics.

Faculty:

Faculty of Science

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

410

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 65%.

Career opportunities:

Leads to a career in Industrial Mathematics which is the problem driven blend of Mathematics and Statistics that uses mathematical technologies to solve industrial problems. Industrial mathematics is an independent field which studies all mathematical methods that are directly relevant to industry.

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Full-time 4 years

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Part-time 2 years

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