A career in analytical chemistry will give you the opportunity to understand the composition of substances and then apply this knowledge to meet society’s needs.
YOU WILL LIKE THIS IF YOU WILL STUDY AT YOU WILL STUDY FOR
You enjoy science and would like to work in a laboratory and research environment
Bellville Campus
Three years, full-time (Mainstream)
Four years, full-time (Extended Curriculum Programme). First year subjects offered over two years.
WHAT YOU NEED
Minimum Admission Requirements
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English (4)
• Mathematics (4) or Technical Maths (5)
• Physical Sciences (4)
The department utilises an Academic Point Score (APS) as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. The following minimum scores apply: 30 with Mathematics (ECP: 28); 31 with Technical Maths (ECP: 29)
Note: Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission. Subject to space, students may be admitted to the Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) if they have scored at least 45% (3) for Physical Sciences or Mathematics, and provided a score of at least 50% (4) in the remaining two required subjects is obtained.
DISCLAIMER
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Information is subject to change, based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications during 2024/2025. Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HEQSF aligned qualification. Please consult the CPUT website or Faculty for updated information. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
YOUR SUBJECTS
First year
• Chemistry 1
• Chemical Laboratory Practice 1
• Mathematics 1
• Physics 1
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Chemistry 1: Theory
• Analytical Chemistry 1: Practical
• Inorganic Chemistry 1
• Organic Chemistry 1
• Physical Chemistry 1
Second year
• Analytical Chemistry 2A, 2B
• Analytical Chemistry Practical 2A, 2B
• Inorganic Chemistry 2
• Physical Chemistry 2
• Organic Chemistry 2
• Chemical Quality Assurance
• Microbiology
Third year
• Research Methodology 1: Introduction
• Chemical Technology 3
• Entrepreneurial Skills
• Chemistry Project 3
• Work Integrated Learning *
Your on-the-job training
You are required to complete one year of training in industry in your third year of study.
HOW TO APPLY
Please note: All students are required to apply online, except for qualifications that do not cater for online applications.
ONLINE APPLICATIONS
Do you qualify to apply online?
ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE FREE
Choose your qualification by consulting this brochure or the CPUT website
Gather your documents (i.e. certified copies less than three months old)
View or download the online application guides available on our website at www.cput.ac.za/study/apply under Step 4: Online application for information on how to apply online
Complete your application online by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/apply and following the steps
Follow-up by getting your admission status and downloading your admission letter via the online application tracking system by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/track
MANUAL APPLICATIONS
Do you qualify to apply manually?
Please note: No manual posted or over the counter applications will be accepted for any course, other than the listed qualifications that do not cater for online applications.
