The Bachelor of Commerce specialising in Statistics and Data Science at the University of Pretoria is a three-year degree jointly presented with the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, equipping students with strong numerical, computational, and analytical skills to extract business insights from data. Students learn statistical theory, data analytics, programming, machine learning, and the application of data science techniques to business problems — including understanding how social media platforms personalise content and how data-driven decisions are made. The programme is suited to students with strong numerical skills, an interest in computers and programming, logical reasoning ability, and interest in planning and analysing problems. Graduates are in strong demand as the data economy transforms South African business, government, and research.
Admission requirements: English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 5 (60-69%); Mathematics: Level 5 (60-69%); APS: 32 (excluding Life Orientation).
