FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE
School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences
The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences is the mathematical hub of the University and the Limpopo Province in general.
Dr A. Takalani
Acting Director, School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences
Housed in the Faculty of Science and Agriculture, the school offers under- and post-graduate mathematical sciences and computer science programmes and course sites.
Our outreach programmes impact government officials, schools, and communities in the province
The school has the following main programmes: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, and Statistics.
The School is devoted to attaining the highest possible standards of excellence in teaching and learning activities, research for the production of knowledge, and outreach programmes that render the mathematical sciences a vital component of the African renaissance and consequently engender life-long learning.
The School is also committed to excellence in research, providing knowledge/expertise for regional development. It is dedicated to producing highly qualified, adaptable, self-directed, resourceful and multi-skilled graduates and other trainees.
DEPARTMENTS
The school has the following main programmes: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, and Statistics.
Computer Science
School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences in the Faculty of Science and Agriculture. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Computer Science.
Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics is one of the three departments in the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences in the Faculty of Science and Agriculture.
Statistics and Operations Research
The Department of Statistics and Operations Research is one of the three sisterly departments in the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences in the Faculty of Science and Agriculture.
The school has the following main programmes: Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, and Statistics.
Undergraduate | Postgraduate
Registration forms
Motivation for extended of registration
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DownloadCPASA for Masters & Doctoral
DownloadMasters and Doctoral Progress Evaluation Report form (for Supervisors)
DownloadMasters and Doctoral Progress Evaluation Report form (For Students)
DownloadApplication for admission for first entering Honours, Masters or Doctoral degrees
DownloadExclusion Appeal Form
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DownloadChange of Qualification Form
DownloadAdmission Requirements
Every student shall register and follow an approved curriculum for the duration prescribed for the degree.
Ø In addition to the general Faculty admission requirements
§ a student who passed Grade 12 in or before 2007 shall be admitted to a degree programme in the School only if s/he has a rating of 30 or more on the Selection Scale which is based on the results of the Matriculation* (Grade 12) examination based on the best six subjects and if, in addition, s/he obtained at least a D (E) symbol* in the Standard (Higher) Grade* in Matriculation (Grade 12) Mathematics calculated as follows:
Selection Scale
|
Symbol Grade |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
F |
G |
H |
|
Standard |
8 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
|
Higher |
9 |
8 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
*or their equivalents
§ a student who passed Grade 12 in 2008 shall be admitted to a degree programme in the School only if s/he has a rating of at least 27 APS calculated as follows:
|
Subject |
Minimum Matric Score |
|
Mathematics |
4 |
|
Physical Science or Information Technology |
4 |
|
Life Orientation |
3 |
|
English |
4 |
|
Other 1 |
4 |
|
Other 2 |
2 |
|
0ther 3 |
2 |
|
LEAST APS SCORE |
23 |
SCHOOL CONTACTS
Acting Director
Dr A. Takalani
Tel: (+27) 15 268 4894
Email: DOSSMCS@ul.ac.za
Senior Secretary
Ms. M. Madia
Tel: (+27) 15 268 4893/4894
Email: mokete.madia@ul.ac.za
Principal Admin Officer
Ms. M. Choeu
Tel: (+27) 15 268 3593
Email: DOSSMCS@ul.ac.za