CAMPUS LIFE

FACULTIES 5.

ADMISSIONS 3.

FACULTY OF PHARMACY:

ABOUT RHODES 2. FACULTY OF LAW: The Bachelor of Pharmacy degree at Rhodes is a four- year
There are two tests which are written throughout the year at various programme. The curriculum for this degree is set by the South African
centres; Pharmacy Council. While the general curriculum is prescribed, each
university offering Pharmacy, has a different emphasis, thus making
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree is the minimum academic transfers between different Schools or Faculties of Pharmacy in South
• The Academic and Quantitative Literacy test (AQL) consists of two
qualification for practising law in South Africa. At Rhodes, the LLB Africa difficult.
ACCOMMODATION:
Minimum Faculty Requirements: components, namely, academic literacy and quantitative literacy.
degree is offered as a four-year programme, a two-year programme,
All applicants should write the AQL test.
1. Extended Dean’s
• The Mathematics test (MAT), this test is for applicants who wish to
or a three-year programme. As from 2020, a small number of LLB1
students will be admitted to the faculty. Most students who wish to
In the final year, students are permitted to select electives and will
undertake a research project in partial fulfilment of the requirements
READY TO MAKE A
Subject Required
Studies Discretion
Points enter the following faculties: Commerce, Pharmacy and Science.
pursue legal studies will register for a general degree in another faculty. for the qualification.
Students may select courses from a wide range of subjects and a Approximately half of our students reside within
DIFFERENCE?
Commerce: For further information about NBT, dates and venues, please visit:
variety of permutations exists. Only in their second year do students our 55 residences, while the other half stay
Mathematics 34 – 37 38 – 44 45 www.nbt@ac.za or call 021 650 3523 Courses Subjects
decide which route to follow, which also enables students who discover off-campus and are referred to as Oppidans.
Education: in their first year that they are not suited to a career in law to change Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Introduction ICT,
Residences
FOUR REASONS to make Rhodes
their study direction without forfeiting a year of study. The faculty’s Pharm 1
Mathematics IS, Biochemistry and Foundations of Pharmacy
INTERNATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Rhodes is part of a small group of research-
STUDENT SPORTS:
Two languages at level 4 (50 - 59%) resources are limited, and students’ academic results play an essential
intensive universities in South Africa, and Maths/Maths Lit level 4 (50% - 59%) - 32 – 39 40+
University your ACADEMIC choice
role when applications for admission into the LLB are considered. The Rhodes residential system is key to the tradition of friendship
significantly, the only research-intensive university Anatomy & Physiology 2, Pharmaceutical Chemistry 2,
level 3 (40 - 49%) and kinship. Currently consisting of fourteen halls of residence, each
located outside a major urban area. This positioning has enormous Pharm 2 Pathology 2, Microbiology 2, Pharmaceutics 2, Biochemistry 2
housing between 50 to 120 students, grouped around a central
implications for students’ learning experience, with many Humanities: and Pharmacy practice 2
DR C BOUGHEY - FORMER DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR, RHODES UNIVERSITY An APS of 40 points and above will receive a firm offer, 37-39 points
Degrees Requirements Focus dining hall. Each residence has four houses which have individual The University has many active sports clubs to choose from. A
undergraduate courses’ curriculum comprising of ‘service-learning’, - 30 – 34 34 – 44 45 constitutions, rules and traditions. Some halls have both men’s and
will remain on hold until the end of September to be considered by A small number of wide range of activities supported by excellent competitive and
where students use their knowledge to engage with local communities Pharmacetical Chemistry 3, Biostatistic, Pharmacology 3, women’s houses, while others are for men or women only.
Pharmacy: the Dean if space is available. Candidates who offer a combination Pharm 3 recreational facilities and equipment which all students are entitled
through various projects. students who meet the Pharmaceutics 3 and Pharmacy practice 3
of Advanced Level (A), Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS), Ordinary Level to make use of, at whatever level, enabling both competitive and
Mathematics, Life and admissions criteria (to
- 40 – 44 45 (O), Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education Although most student rooms are single, some first-year students recreational sportspeople to fulfil their sporting ambitions. All the sports
The University has extensive volunteer programme which features be published in the
NOT READY TO CHOOSE?
Physical Sciences LLB 4 years Law Research Project, Pharmacotherapy, Elective, Pharmacology 4, may be allocated to the few double rooms in various residences; an facilities, excluding those required for rowing, sailing and canoe,
projects such as the undergraduates’ weekly mentorship programme (HIGCSE) and International General Certificate of Secondary Education course of 2018), will be Pharm 4
Science: (IGCSE), five different subjects are counted. The basic minimum Pharmaceutics 4 and Pharmacy practice 4 application may also be made for a double room. The residences are are located on-campus and within easy walking distance from the
at local schools. The advantages of being a university in a small town admited to the faculty run by hall wardens who are responsible for the general organisation
requirements for admission to the University is a certificate of Full residences. Involvement in sports at Rhodes holds the promise of
mean the proximity to various locations make volunteering and Mathematics, Physical Science of Law as LLB1 students and management of the hall, with the hall committee, acting as
- 38 – 44 45 Exemption or Foreign Conditional Exemption from the Matriculation opportunity, achievement, enjoyment, the establishment of lifelong
The Rhodes ‘general formative degree’, allows service-learning a practical proposition. Many students tout their or Life Science as from 2019. an advisory body. Hall and house wardens are always available to
Board (visit: http://heenrol.ac.za ). friendships and, above all, a well-rounded university experience. If you
students to choose two subjects as majors, offering community engagement experience as one of the most positive help and advise students, but their function is not that of a surrogate are serious about your sporting and recreational pursuits and want to
FACULTY OF SCIENCE:
enormous flexibility within and across faculties. aspects of their time at Rhodes —attesting to the maturity and Law: As from 2020 a small number of students will be admitted into LLB1, with the view Be registered in one
parent or ‘watchdog’. Rules are kept to a minimum, but are there to
Applicants who have passed A levels are eligible for full exemption provided BA/ Bcom / BSc Law experience the enjoyment and camaraderie that sport can provide,
knowledge gained; from experiencing diversity to contributing in to complete the LLB in four years. The other access points to the LLB remain available, of these faculties: Combined Law:
maintain an orderly, peaceful environment conducive to studying and
with the majority of students entering the LLB degree afer obtaining a first Bachelor’s the passes in approved subjects meet the following requirements: 5 years (3 degree Rhodes is the place for you!
Does your interest lie in Physics and Music, Environmental Science making a difference to the lives of those less fortunate. Commerce, Humanities Commercial, Patent or
community living.
degree with Law as one of the major subjects, to complete the degree over two years; and 2 LLB)
and Law? & Science Subject: Environmental Law etc
or with a Bachelor’s degree without Law as a major, to complete the degree over
A Level Legal theory 3 (60%). Aikido Goju Ryu Sailing
three years.
The ordinary first degree is taken over three years, and the key For further information please visit:
If your schedule allows, you can do these and many other feature of the Bachelor of Science degree (BSc)is its flexibility. Within http:// www.ru.ac.za/studentlife/residences Aquatics Golf Soccer
All Faculties: Life Orientation is not counted for points, but you are required to obtain Symbols A- E (minimum of 2 subjects) AS level: symbols A-D (4 subjects A Bachelor’s degree
combinations. Many students choose to major in areas they have LLB 3 years Law the confines set by the timetable, students can combine subjects
READY FOR HIGH-QUALITY
at least level 4 (50%) for acceptance. and 1 at O level) O level: symbols A-C (maximum of 3 subjects) At least without Law subjects. Archery Hockey Squash
never imagined because they ‘found their passion’ along the way. in myriad ways to create curricula that meet their interests. This Oppidans
2 subjects at A level and 3 different subjects at O level or 3 subjects at
The flexibility of the Rhodes degree offers advantages such as;
TEACHING? A level and 2 at O level. flexibility includes allowing students to take a major subject from Athletics Kung Fu Surfing
changing degree routes without having to repeat subjects or, a commerce, the humanities and law such that students can major in An Oppidan is an inhabitant of a university town, a student living off-
worst-case scenario, repeat years. Badminton Mountain Hiking & Climbing Table Tennis
Environmental Science and Anthropology, Biochemistry and Law or campus in accommodation rented independently of Rhodes, also
EXTENDED STUDIES PROGRAMME:
Points/Rating
Geology and Economics. known as an Oppi in short. Basketball Netball Tae Kwon Do
The demands of study at university are very Canoeing Pool Tennis
different from high school. First-year classes Symbol/ Result/ Grade Points Awarded The BSc does not set out to educate or train a student for a career but There is an Oppidan Committee whose purpose is to engage with
instead allows for the construction of a knowledge and skills base that students and look after their interests through keeping open channels Chess Rifle Volleyball
READY FOR A DEGREE
are usually larger than any experienced at A, O & IGCSE A B C D E
school, and students must do much of the As an alternative route to studies at Rhodes, a limited number of students prepares a student for a wide range of possible careers or advanced of communication. They also assist Oppidan students by providing Cricket Rowing Underwater Hockey
HIGCE 1 2 3 4 - a support base in the transition between schools and University. They
WITH LASTING VALUE?
learning on their own. who show great potential are exposed to a carefully designed and study in their chosen subject. The flexibility in curriculum design creates
an opportunity for students to decide if they are attracted to organise events to foster a sense of togetherness so that Oppies do Fly Fishing Rugby Scuba Diving
supportive learning environment, which enhances their ability to succeed. IB 7 6 5 4 3
This option is for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, on condition trans-disciplinary academic training and education. not feel excluded from university life because they do not live on-
A level 10 9 8 7 6
that they extend their degree over an extra year. It is; therefore, essential campus. Advice is given on signing lease agreements and being an
The job market is changing at a fast pace full information is provided when completing the application form as this AS level 9 8 7 6 - Degrees Subjects Fields employer. Through the Oppidan Committee, first-year students can
thanks to advances in technology and other forms part of the decision-making process by the Dean. HIGCSE 8 7 6 - - request to be assigned a mentor who will assist them adjust and settle
areas—jobs may not exist in their current O level & IGCSE 5 4 3 - - Bachelor of Science
Mathematics 60%
Physical Sciences
Biological Sciences,
Earth Sciences and
to the university life off-campus.
STUDENT SOCIETIES:
format or even may not exist at all in 10 years! National Benchmark Tests (NBT) (BSc) 3 years
The general formative degrees offered at Rhodes provides HL 10 9 8 7 6 Life Science 50% Life Sciences Oppidans have access to facilities such as the Stephen Bantu Biko
students with in-depth knowledge and skills across two disciplinary It is recommended that all first-time university entering South African
IB building, where the Oppidan dining hall is located, as well as the
SL 7 6 5 4 3 Bachelor of Information Information Systems,
areas. This allows students to work across a wide range of careers. applicants write the NBT. If the applicant does not meet the automatic Oppidan common room where students can relax and have tea and Rhodes boasts a wide variety of diverse Societies. They include the
Systems (BSc InfoSys) Computer Science coffee, watch TV or play a game of pool in-between lectures. Free bus
entry requirements, the NBT results will form part of the Dean’s Mathematics 70%
and Economics
following categories: Political, Academic & Development, General,
3 years service is available until 10pm on weekdays to transport Oppidans.
Furthermore, there is ample evidence, our graduates with this decisions-making on applications. These test results can also be For candidates who offer A and O levels and HIGCSE and IGCSEs, five Management International & Cultural and Religious
degree are employable, with many opting to do a range of more used if a candidate does not meet the entrance requirements in their different subjects are counted. An additional one fifth (1/5) of the total is
narrowly focused, one-year vocational ‘top-up’ qualifications. final examinations. For further information please visit: http://www.ru.ac.za/oppidan
added to this total. Zimsec students only deduct three points for a final count.
 STUDENT SUPPORT SUBJECTS &
FINANCE
University life is not always plain sailing. While some students settle
down quickly and easily, others need a bit of assistance and
support along the way. Through the office of Student Affairs, the
University can provide assistance of all kinds; free and confidential
support from the Counselling Centre, professional
and comprehensive primary healthcare from the Health Care
Centre and the caring and sensitive warden staff who are ready 4. FACULTIES
to go the extra mile to ensure that students are happy and able to
focus on their studies.
LIST OF SUBJECTS:
Some students know where they are headed, others might need

STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS:
a little guidance; whatever the case, students have access to • Accounting • German
a Career Centre which offers year-round advice and workshops
to help students with their future career plans. A well-subscribed
• Afrikaans & Netherlandic Studies
• IsiXhosa
• History
• Human Kinetics & Ergonomics 3. ADMISSIONS
Graduate Recruitment Programme runs during the third term where • Anthropology • Ichthyology & Fisheries Science
more than 60 national and international employers
visit to recruit students. Further details are available in the
• Biochemistry & Microbiology • Information Systems Merit Scholarships FACULTY OF COMMERCE:
• Botany • Journalism & Media Studies
Student support guide booklet. • Chemistry • Legal theory South African NSC candidates:
• Chinese
• Classical Studies
• Management
• Mathematics (Pure & Applied) The Faculty of Commerce offers three degrees at the undergraduate FACULTY OF HUMANITIES:
• Computer Science • Modern Fiction APS
Humanities &
Commerce
Science &
Pharmacy
level and comprises four departments: Accounting, Economics, 2.
• Drama • Music & Musicology Information Systems, and Management. The faculty prepares its
• Economics & Economics History • Pharmacy 53 – 56 points Full Tuition Full Tuition graduates for the leading roles they will be expected to play in their
• Education • Philosophy professional lives in the new millennium. Faculty of Humanities offers an excellent liberal art education —an
51 – 52 points R35 251 Full Tuition education for life, and an Education which is formative for almost any
• English • Physics & Electronics
• English Language & Linguistics • Political & International Studies 49 – 50 points R33 779 R33 779 career choice. A liberal arts education provides students with critical
Degrees Subjects Fields
• Environmental Science • Psychology reasoning skills, the ability to analyse and evaluate arguments, to probe
47 – 48 points R29 940 R29 940
• Fine Art • Sociology
Computer Science, for hidden assumptions. It allows students to enjoy the worlds of music,
• French • Statistics Economics, Information drama, literature and languages.
Business Science
• Geography • Zoology & Entomology Mathematics 70% Systems, Management
(BBS) 4 years
South African candidates with foreign qualifications calculated on and Quantitative
• Geology Degrees Subjects Fields
final grade 12 results, no applications required: Management
Languages,
Bachelor of Commerce General Curriculum, Anthropology, Sociology,
DISABILITY SUPPORT
Humanities & Science &
APS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
(BCom) 3 years Mathematics 50% Accounting, Law and 45+ (34 – 44 Dean’s Psychology, Philosophy,
Commerce Pharmacy
Inter-faculty BA
Discretion) Drama, English,
>=48 points Full Tuition Full Tuition
Environmental Literature, Politics, Legal

Which students can we help?

46 – 47 points R35 251 Full Tuition
Bachelor of Economics
Economics, Mineral Theory etc.
NSC AND IEB
44 – 45 points R33 779 Full Tuition Mathematics 50% Economics, Social
(BEco) 3 years Psychology, Sociology,
Sciences and Business
• Students with mobility impairments 45+ (34 – 44 Dean’s Politics, Anthropology,
Sciences BSS
The application will only be considered for
• Students with hearing impairments
Sport Scholarships Discretion) Economics, admission to the University if the applicant
• Students with sight impairments BCom Extended Studies Additional Literacy and Management etc. qualifies for a bachelor’s degree study and the Calculate your Admission Point Score (APS)
• Students with learning impairments such as dyslexia Mathematics 50%
Awards are made at the end of each year. The awarding of these is 4 years Numeracy Courses applicant satisfies the University requirements.
• Students diagnosed with disabilities or chronic conditions that Fine Art Practice, Subject Points
might negatively affect their studies such as diabetes and based on the achievements and performance of a student throughout 45+(34 – 44 Dean’s
BFA Art History and Visual To qualify for a bachelor’s pass status, learners are required to
Asperger’s Syndrome the year. Two Sutherland Old Rhodian bursaries are awarded to first-time Discretion)
Culture take seven subjects, four of which are compulsory (two languages, Home Language: English 7,8 78%
entering students.
Life Orientation and either Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy)
FACULTY OF EDUCATION:

RU READY!
For more information, contact: 45+(34 – 44 Dean’s Instrumental Music, and three of the learner’s own choice from the subjects on offer
National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Bmus Additional Language: Afrikaans/ IsiXhosa 7,3 73%
Tel: 046 603 8181 Discretion) Music Theory etc. at the school.
Email: studentaffairs@ru.ac.za
The NSFAS student-centred means that: All applications must be Same as a BA or BSS To qualify for degree studies at Rhodes; Mathematics 6,9 69%
submitted directly to NSFAS online (www.nsfas.org.za). 45+(34 – 44 Dean’s
Rhodes offers two ways to qualify as a professional teacher; BJourn with only Journalism in
Discretion)
the 4th year Life Science 7,0 70%
(50-59%) (50-59%)
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For further information, please contact:

This booklet is a summary of a great deal of information. For much
more detail, everything you could possibly want to know, go to
NSFAS Offices
• Through a four-year Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase
Teaching) degree Limited Curriculum
Dramatic Arts 8,9 89%
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http://www.ru.ac.za/admissiongateway Tel: 0860 067 327 (share call) BA/BSS Extended
with the one-year Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) 30 – 34 points Anthropology or Politics
Email: info@nsfas.org.za Studies
Website: www.nsfas.org.za
If you are planning to do a PGCE, please check your undergraduate
& Sociology in the
first year) or above for
or above for at
least four of the seven
subject
requirements
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curriculum with the Dean of Education. This is to ensure you have the
appropriate subjects required for teaching in your undergraduate degree.
English and other
language
subjects from the
recommended list of
and percentage Life Orientation 0 90% e e
subjects set out
required
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Degrees Requirements Phases
Total Points 45,2 s
E: registrar@ru.ac.za STUDENT FEES: 40+ (32 – 39 Dean’s
Discretion) i
Bachelor of Education Foundation Phase PLEASE NOTE: Obtaining the minimum requirement does not Apply online visit: www.ru.ac.za/admissiongateway
Postal Address:
PO Box 94, Grahamstown, 6140
(BEDFP) 4 years
Two languages at level
4, Maths at level 3 /
Teaching guarantee acceptance!
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Visit our website: www.ru.ac.za
Fees are set by the University Council during
October or November each year; the exact
Maths Lit at level 4 Dean’s Decision
y
fees will be published in the fees’ booklet
Foundation Phase Recommended Subject List If the applicant does not meet the required APS of 45 points for
Teaching (Grade R-3), automatic acceptance, you may still be considered for a place
sent to all students in December. Postgraduate
Prospective students: Intermediate Phase Accounting, Agricultural Science, Business Studies, Consumer at the Dean’s discretion. Such placements are usually offered to
Certificate in Education
www.ru.ac.za/studentzone If you are offered an academic place at the University, you will be Bachelor’s Degree Teaching (Grade 4-6), Studies, Dramatic Arts, Engineering Graphics & Design, Economics, applicants with an APS of 38-44 with some special conditions (see
(PGCE) 1 years
asked to pay a non-refundable deposit to book your academic place Senior Phase Teaching Geography, History, Information, Technology, Languages, Life extended studies programme). It is, therefore, essential to give full
Download application: Sciences, Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy, Music, Physical
and residence (if required). The deposit will be credited to your account (Grade 7-9) and FET information when completing the application form as this information
www.ru.ac.za/applying when you register. Full details of the amount due will be detailed in the Teaching (Grade 10-12) Science, Religion Studies and Visual Arts. will form part of the decision-making process by the Dean.
letter of offer.
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