University Of The Witwatersrand Mathematics, The School of Mathematics, within the Faculty of Science at Johannesburg’s University of the Witwatersrand, offers Majors in Mathematics under the faculties of Science and Humanities, and as part of the Bachelor of Economic Science in Commerce.
We have Honours, Masters and Doctoral programmes which attract students from across the African continent. The School has active research programmes in functional analysis, number theory, combinatorics, graphs theory, topological groups, differential operators and partial differential equations.
Most of our graduates work in the financial sector, in mathematical finance and in the building of mathematical / statistical models of market and consumer behaviour.
Mathematics is the quantitative and logic structure that forms the basis of all analytical science. Such analytical reason also forms the base of modern economics and finance.
Undergraduate students should apply to the University through the Student Enrolment Centre SEnC, while postgraduate students should contact our Postgraduate Coordinator, Professor Sonja Currie, on [email protected]. The School’s administrative offices are located in the third floor of Maths Science Building (MSB) (MSB319) on Braamfontain Campus West.
For all correspondences:
- Written: School of Mathematics, University of the Witwatersrand, Private Bag 3, Wits 2050, South Africa
- Telephone: 27-11-717-6211 or 27-11-717-6244
- Facsimile: 27-11-717-6259
- Email: [email protected]
Mathematics
Undergraduate training in mathematics is an important step along many career paths. A major in Mathematics can pave the way for careers in accounting, actuarial science, business, construction, engineering, finance, communications, information technology, research and teaching.
Programme overview
Mathematics is the quantitative and logic structure that forms the basis of all analytical science. This analytical reason also forms the base of modern economics and finance.
Mathematics is used in many subjects, ranging from ‘hard sciences’ such as chemistry, physics and biology, to economics, technology, engineering, and psychology.
Apart from offering multiple career opportunities, Mathematics is one of the best subjects to develop analytical, research and problem solving skills.
The School of Mathematics at Wits offers Majors in Mathematics for students in the faculties of Science and Humanities, and as part of the Bachelor of Economic Science in the Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management.
Career Opportunities
- Banking
- Advanced Mathematics of Finance
- Statistician
- Insurance
- Computer Programming
- Software engineering
Entry Requirements
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Bachelor of Science in the field of:
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43 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 6 Physical Science – 6 |
Applicants between 40 – 42 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places |
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40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 6 Physical Science – 5 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
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40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 6 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
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40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
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40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 6 Physical Science – 5 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places.
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40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 7 Mathematics – 7 Physical Science – 7 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
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42 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 6 |
Applicants between 40 – 41 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
| Bachelor of Science (General) BSc (3 years) |
40 points and above | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 |
Applicants between 38 – 39 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places. |
Application Process
Your application
- You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
- Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).
Documentation / Checklist
- Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
- If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.
Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
Apply now
Faculty of Health Sciences (All programmes)
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Audiology
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
30 September 2018
All other University programmes
Residence applications
Course Costs
The average course costs for local students range from R34 000 to R62 000, depending on the course and the number of years of study.
Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.
Online applications
- Complete an online application to study at Wits
Mathematics
If a challenge excites you, then mathematics was made for you. It is both logical and creative. Majoring in mathematics opens up a variety of opportunities.
Programme overview
Mathematics is used in many subjects, ranging from ‘hard sciences’ such as chemistry, physics and biology, to economics, technology, engineering, and psychology.
These course at Wits covers all aspects of Mathematics, including general knowledge and history of mathematical concepts. Matric Maths is required.
Career Opportunities
- Mathematician
- Education
Entry Requirements
Humanities |
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Programme
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Minimum Admission Requirements
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Selection procedures
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Subjects & achieved scale
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Bachelor of Arts (3 years)
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34 +
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
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Applicants with 30 – 33 points will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places and preference will be given to applicants with the best English results.
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Bachelor of Arts with Law (3 years)
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43 +
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
Mathematics – 3
or Mathematical Literacy – 4
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Law Courses – Applicants who wish to take law courses in their first year of study must meet the admission requirements for law.
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Professional and specialist degrees(all 4 years)
BA (Digital Arts)
BA (Dramatic Art)
BA (Film & Television)
BA (Fine Arts)
BA (Music)
BA (Performing & Visual Arts)
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34 + as well as departmental selection procedures
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
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Applicants with 30 – 33 points may be waitlisted subject to the availability of places.
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Bachelor of Social Work (4 years)
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34 +
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
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All applicants are required to write the NBT
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Bachelor of Audiology
(4 years)
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
(4 years)
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34 +
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
Mathematics – 4
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All applicants are required to write the NBT
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Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching
Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching
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36 +
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5
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Applicants between 31 – 35 points (preference to higher English results) will be waitlisted subject to the availability of places
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Application Process
Your application
- You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
- Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).
Documentation / Checklist
- Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
- If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.
Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
Apply now
Faculty of Health Sciences (All programmes)
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Audiology
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
30 September 2018
All other University programmes
Residence applications
Course Costs
The average course costs for local students range from R34 000 to R62 000, depending on the course and the number of years of study.
Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.
Online applications
- Complete an online application to study at Wits