Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Extended | UL

APS Required

points

Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

What is an Extended Programme?

An Extended Programme provides extra academic support to help students adjust to university-level studies. It includes foundational courses to strengthen key skills, ensuring a smoother transition into the degree.
Learn more about Extended Programmes.

Details

The Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Extended Curriculum Programme at the University of Limpopo provides an extended access pathway for students who demonstrate potential in the biological sciences but need additional academic preparation before progressing through the full BSc Life Sciences curriculum. Over four years, students build proficiency in biochemistry, microbiology, ecology, and environmental biology, with enhanced foundational support in the first year. The programme is instrumental in producing life sciences graduates from Limpopo's rural communities, contributing to diversity in South Africa's scientific and environmental workforce.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50%
Mathematics: 50%
Physical Sciences: 50%
Life Sciences: 40%
APS: 22 (Extended entry)

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics50%Required
Physical Sciences50%Required
Life Sciences40%Required
English First Additional Language (NCV)60%Required
Life Orientation (NCV)60%Required
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required

Career Prospects

Laboratory Technician – Performs biological and microbiological testing in clinical, food safety, and environmental laboratories serving hospitals, food manufacturers, and water utilities across South Africa.
Environmental Field Officer – Collects biological samples, conducts ecological surveys, and monitors biodiversity for conservation organisations, environmental consulting firms, and government departments.
Nature Conservation Officer – Works in protected area management, anti-poaching, and wildlife monitoring for SANParks, provincial nature conservation agencies, and private game reserves.
Science Educator – Teaches life sciences at secondary school level, addressing South Africa’s shortage of qualified natural sciences teachers, particularly in rural Limpopo.
Research Assistant – Supports biological research projects at universities and research councils, gaining practical scientific experience as a foundation for postgraduate study.

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