Programme Guide

Find Your Path

Stellenbosch University offers several degree options in Computer Science. Each programme has specific requirements, electives, and focal areas — letting you shape your education around the career you want.

BSc Computer Science Streams

Five focal areas within our flagship 3-year degree.

General Computer Science

3 years · BSc

The core Computer Science major combined with a selection of Science modules. The most flexible option, allowing you to choose from a wide range of complementary subjects.

Flexible electives Broad foundation

Computer Systems

3 years · BSc

Combines the CS major with Electric & Electronic Engineering modules. Ideal for students interested in hardware, system-level programming, and embedded systems.

Hardware Embedded systems

Data Science Focus

3 years · BSc

Integrates CS with Statistics and Data Science modules. Perfect for aspiring data scientists and analysts who want a strong mathematical and computational foundation.

Statistics Analytics ML

CS + Genetics

3 years · BSc Double Major

Combines Computer Science with Genetics as a second major. Suited for students interested in computational biology, bioinformatics, and genomics.

Bioinformatics Genomics

CS + GIS

3 years · BSc Double Major

Pairs Computer Science with Geographical Information Technology. Ideal for those interested in spatial computing, geospatial analysis, and environmental informatics.

Spatial computing GIS

BDatSci — Bachelor of Data Science

4-year degree · Full time

A comprehensive four-year degree focused entirely on data science. Combines core Computer Science modules with intensive Statistics and Data Science training. Includes a dedicated Data Science Research Assignment in the final year.

  • Interdisciplinary: CS + Statistics + Mathematics
  • Final-year research project with faculty supervision
  • Prepares for industry roles and postgraduate study
4 Year Programme
3 Disciplines Integrated

Duration

  • BSc programmes: 3 years full-time
  • BDatSci programme: 4 years full-time

Workload

  • Lectures, practicals & labs each week
  • Regular assignments & projects
  • Semester exams & continuous assessment

Official Info

For detailed requirements, consult the Science Faculty Yearbook.

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