BCom 4-year programme
Programme code
07139923
The Bachelor of Commerce [4-year programme] is designed for students who want to study
commerce but do not yet meet the entrance requirements for the standard threeâyear BCom.
This programme includes a foundation year that helps students build the academic skills they need
to succeed. It provides extra support and a stronger base, giving students the opportunity to follow
an extended curriculum and still pursue a career in commerce.
Career opportunities are dependent on the Bachelor of Commerce degree that a student continues
with.
For more information, please consult the Faculty webpage.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities depend on the programme chosen by students in their second year of study.
Faculty notes
All modules will only be presented in English, which is the University's official language of tuition,
communication and correspondence.
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic,
financial and management education, as well as research and community engagement within the
national, African and global context. Our mission is to advance relevant knowledge and develop
employable, innovative and diverse graduates to co-create value for society.
Disclaimer: This publication contains information about regulations and programmes of the
University of Pretoria. Amendments to or updating of the information may be effected from
time to time without prior notification. The accuracy, correctness or validity of the information
contained here is therefore not guaranteed by the University at any given time and is always
subject to verification. The user is kindly requested to verify the correctness of the information
with the University at all times. Failure to do so will not give rise to any claim or action of any
nature against the University by any party whatsoever.
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Minimum duration
4 years, full-time
Admission requirements
Important information for all prospective students for 2027
The admission requirements below apply to all who apply for admission to the University of Pretoria
with a National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Independent Examination Board (IEB)
qualifications. Click here for this Faculty Brochure.
Minimum requirements
Achievement level
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Applicants currently in Grade 12 must apply with their final Grade 11 (or equivalent) results.
Applicants who have completed Grade 12 must apply with their final NSC or equivalent qualification
results.
The University of Pretoria makes use of a ranking system for admission and your application will be
ranked based on your final Grade 11/12 or equivalent results. Please note that meeting the minimum
requirements does not guarantee admission to a programme; admission is also subject to the
availability of space. The competition for the limited number of places available in certain
programmes is exceptionally strong and we are therefore unable to accommodate all applicants.
All applications will be considered after the closing date and you will receive feedback by mid-
August.
Applicants should check their application status regularly on the UP Student Portal at click here.
Successful candidates must accept/reject their admissions offer by 30 September. To retain
admission, candidates must meet the minimum admission requirements.
Applicants with qualifications other than the abovementioned should refer to the International
undergraduate prospectus 2027: Applicants with a school leaving certificate not issued by Umalusi
(South Africa), available at click here.
International students: Click here.
Transferring students
A transferring student is a student who, at the time of applying at the University of Pretoria
(UP) is/was a registered student at another tertiary institution. A transferring student will be
considered for admission based on NSC or equivalent qualification and previous academic
performance. Students who have been dismissed from other institutions due to poor academic
performance will not be considered for admission to UP.
Closing dates: Same as above.
Returning students
A returning student is a student who, at the time of application for a degree programme is/was a
registered student at UP, and wants to transfer to another degree at UP. A returning student will be
considered for admission based on NSC or equivalent qualification and previous academic
performance.
Note:
Students who have been excluded/dismissed from a faculty due to poor academic performance
may be considered for admission to another programme at UP, as per faculty-specific
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requirements.
Only ONE transfer between UP faculties and TWO transfers within a faculty will be allowed.
Admission of returning students will always depend on the faculty concerned and the
availability of space in the programmes for which they apply.
Closing date for applications from returning students is the same as the above.
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