BSc Geography at University of Pretoria

The BSc Geography is an environmental geography degree. It enables you to specialize in physical geography, using natural science to learn about the Earth’s surface processes. You will explore the changes happening to our planet, either naturally or as a direct result of the actions of people around the world.

Admission requirements

The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is deemed by the University to be equivalent to the required Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement, a candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of such an institution, and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria.

Life Orientation is excluded in the calculation of the Admission Point Score (APS).

Grade 11 results are used for the conditional admission of prospective students. Final admission is based on the Grade 12 results.

Minimum requirements
Achievement level
English Home Language or English First Additional LanguageMathematicsPhysical Science APS
NSC/IEBAS LevelNSC/IEBAS LevelNSC/IEBAS Level
5C5C5C34

*  Cambridge A level candidates who obtained at least a D in the required subjects will be considered for admission. International Baccalaureate (IB) HL candidates who obtained at least a 4 in the required subjects, will be considered for admission.

Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for BSc (Geography), may be considered for admission to the BSc – Extended programme – Physical Sciences. This programme takes a year longer than the normal programmes to complete.

BSc – Extended Programme – Physical Sciences Minimum requirements
Achievement level
English Home Language or English First Additional LanguageMathematicsPhysical Science  APS
NSC/IEBAS LevelNSC/IEBAS LevelNSC/IEBAS Level
4D4D4D28

Duration of study 3 years

What job can I do with Geography?

A geography degree provides valuable skills in data collection, analysis, and research.

Professionals with a bachelor’s in geography can pursue careers in cartography, surveying, research, and data analysis. With a master’s degree, graduates can work as geographers, survey researchers, and urban planners.

What are the benefits of studying geography?

Varied academic knowledge.

Shape the direction of your degree.

Highly desirable transferable skills.

Broad choice of future careers.

Gain practical experience with fieldwork.

Prepare for an international career.

Make a difference.

Postgraduate opportunities.