The BSc in Biological Sciences at Nelson Mandela University is a three-year degree that provides a comprehensive foundation in the life sciences, with specialisation options in botany, zoology, ecology, marine biology, conservation biology, and environmental sciences. NMU's Ocean Sciences Campus and proximity to the Eastern Cape's extraordinary biodiversity — including the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Addo Elephant National Park — offer exceptional opportunities for field-based learning. Graduates are equipped for careers in conservation, environmental management, research, and the health sciences in South Africa.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50%
Mathematics: 60%
APS: 410