Bachelor of Science in Data Science | SPU

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Science in Data Science at Sol Plaatje University is a three-year degree with a strong mathematics core that develops highly skilled graduates capable of extracting insight from complex data across business, science, health, and government sectors. The programme was established as part of SPU's strategic focus on the unique academic needs of the Northern Cape and broader South Africa, addressing a severe national skills shortage in data science and analytics. Graduates are equipped for both immediate employment and postgraduate study — making it one of the most future-ready qualifications offered in the region.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: NSC Level 4 or 5 respectively
Mathematics: NSC Level 5 (Mathematical Literacy is not accepted)
APS: Minimum 30 points

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics60%Required
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required

Career Prospects

Data Scientist – Develop predictive models and machine learning solutions for companies in finance, healthcare, retail, and government across South Africa.
Data Analyst – Interrogate large datasets to identify patterns and generate actionable business intelligence for organisations of all sizes.
Data Engineer – Build and maintain the data pipelines, warehouses, and infrastructure that organisations rely on for analytics and reporting.
Intelligence Analyst – Apply data science techniques to security, fraud detection, and strategic planning in government agencies or financial institutions.
Business Analytics Manager – Lead data-driven decision-making processes for corporates, SOEs, or development finance institutions operating in South Africa.

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