Bachelor of Business Science specializing in Finance at Cape town university

A Bachelor of Science also called a BSc, is an undergraduate degree that is usually completed in three to five years, depending on the institution.

Admission Requuirement

Candidates should have a first-class degree in Mathematical Statistics from a recognized university, with at least two years of Mathematics.

Candidates with excellent results in degrees in related subjects may also be considered, but it is essential that candidates have a solid grounding in Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (up to HEQSF Level 6).

TRANSFERRING APPLICANTS

Applicants wishing to transfer to the Commerce Faculty (both from within UCT and outside of UCT) will be considered having regard to:

• Meeting the minimum school subject requirements for Commerce

• Meeting the minimum points requirement used for entry to Commerce

• Only applicants who have not yet graduated are required to write the National Benchmark Test results

• Post School academic record:

It is unlikely that students who have failed one or more courses will be accepted and/or who have an
overall percentage below 60 Particular attention will be given to courses relevant to the Commerce Faculty and to the
proposed stream(s).

Entrance examinations may be required to continue in certain disciplines.

Please refer to the Commerce website or contact the Faculty Office for further information.

GUARANTEED ADMISSION

53

NSSC Grade

1 NSSC Grade 3

MINIMUM SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS

MATHEMATICS

A-level C or AS-level B

ENGLISH

A-level E or
AS-level D or
O-level B

What can I do with a BBA in finance?

Investment bankers.

Financial analysts.

Stockbroker.

Personal financial advisor.

Budget analyst.

Loan officer.

Insurance underwriter.

Venture capitalist.

Business analyst.

Account manager.

Marketing manager.

Project manager.

Sales manager.

Sales representative.

BCOM Financial Accounting salary in South Africa

Job TitleRangeAverage
AccountantRange: R77k – R520kAverage: R243,282
Financial AccountantRange: R143k – R563kAverage: R335,164
Financial AnalystRange: R131k – R589kAverage: R339,287
Business Analyst, ITRange: R170k – R582kAverage: R346,585