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41 Master's degrees in Economics in South Africa

South Africa presents a diverse array of Economics programmes catering to international students. The lower-end tuition fee for Economics programmes, represented by the €756, offers an accessible entry point for those on a budget. Meanwhile, the typical tuition fee, indicated by the €3,494, provides a benchmark for what most students can expect to pay. On the higher end, the €13,816 highlights the premium options available for those seeking top-tier education.

Affordability is a key consideration for many students, and in South Africa, the 23% of affordable Economics programmes ensures that there are options to suit various financial situations. Additionally, the growing trend of online learning is reflected in the 5% of online Economics programmes, offering flexibility for students who may prefer or require remote study options.

The commitment of South African universities to Economics education is evident in the 27% of institutions offering these programmes. This widespread availability ensures that students have a range of choices when selecting where to pursue their Economics studies, each with its unique strengths and opportunities.

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Interdisciplinary Digital Knowledge Economy Studies University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

4,2(158)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

The Interdisciplinary Digital Knowledge Economy Studies offered by University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a postgraduate academic qualification that provides capacity to operate in Africa's dynamic ICT ecosystem and digital knowledge economy.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,521/yr

Applied Development Economics University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

4,2(158)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

The Masters in Applied Development Economics (ADE) offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg offers students the opportunity to apply economic and political economy analysis to solving real-world problems.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,551/yr

Transport Economics Stellenbosch University

4,4(123)Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

The Department of Logistics, which offers the Transport Economics, is one of several departments within Stellenbosch University’s Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, and is also the oldest tertiary academic department in South Africa to provide training in transport and logistics.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$5,736/yr

Agricultural Economics Stellenbosch University

4,4(123)Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Join the MScAgric in Agricultural Economics programme offered by Stellenbosch University, at the Faculty of AgriSciences.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,708/yr

Competition and Economic Regulation (CW) University of Johannesburg

4,3(231)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

The purpose of the Competition and Economic Regulation (CW) program at University of Johannesburg is to equip students with the specialist knowledge and skills required to undertake rigorous economic analysis in competition and regulatory matters, contributing to the sub-field of applied economics.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,886/yr

Economics (Research) University of Johannesburg

4,3(231)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

The purpose of the Economics (Research)program from University of Johannesburg is to develop the applied competence of the student on an advanced level in the mastering, analysis, interpretation and understanding of economic principles and methods.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available

Sustainability Transitions Stellenbosch University

4,4(123)Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Sustainability Transitions from Stellenbosch University is an interdisciplinary programme designed to equip students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enhance their ability to tackle complex social, environmental, and governance challenges.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,130/yr

Economics Stellenbosch University

4,4(123)Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

The Master of Commerce (MCom) in Economics program at Stellenbosch University covers the fields of economic theory and policy on an advanced level. The programme is intended for students who aspire to become professional economists with a sound grasp of analytic techniques and a capacity for research.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$5,736/yr

Economics University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

4,2(158)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Apply to the Master of Commerce by coursework and research report in Economics from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg if you wan to Acquire advanced knowledge of Economic theory and conduct your own research.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$5,767/yr

Pharmacoeconomics University of Kwazulu Natal

3,8(153)Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Pharmacy is dynamic, information driven, product-and patient-orientated profession. We offer a master degree in Pharmacoeconomics at University of Kwazulu Natal.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$19,100/yr

Transport Economics University of South Africa (UNISA)

4,2(486)Online Top 15% in Worldwide

The objective of the master in Transport Economics of College of Economic and Management Sciences at University of South Africa (UNISA)  is to provide relevant and functional qualifications of a high standard, quality tuition and a professional caring and valued customer service to all its stakeholders. 

Master Part-time Online
2 years$365/yr

Philosophy, Politics and Economics University of Pretoria

4,2(183)Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

University of Pretoria offers you the chance to study Auditing at the Faculty of Philosophy, Politics and Economics.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$2,948/yr

Development Economics (CW) University of Johannesburg

4,3(231)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

The purpose of the Development Economics (CW) program at University of Johannesburg is to develop the applied competence of the student on an advanced level in the mastering, analysis, interpretation and understanding of developmental economic principles and methods.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,886/yr

Economics Rhodes University

4,2(21)Grahamstown, South Africa Top 20% in Worldwide

The aim of the Economics program of Rhodes University is to help students develop appropriate mathematical tools necessary to represent and interpret information quantitatively. It also aims to develop certain skills and meaningful ways of thinking, reasoning and arguing with quantitative ideas in order to solve problems in any given context.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$2,729/yr

Economics - Financial Economics Stellenbosch University

4,4(123)Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Economics - Financial Economics from Stellenbosch University programme is a taught full-time programme that aims to produce competent professional economists who can continue as researchers or be employed in the public and private sector. 

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$5,736/yr

Agricultural Economics (Coursework) University of Pretoria

4,2(183)Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Agricultural Economics (Coursework) from University of Pretoria aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial and management education.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,794/yr

International Economic Law University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

4,2(158)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

This International Economic Law LLM programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg focuses on issues of multilateral cooperation; international accountability; responsibility to protect and Global South approaches to international law.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$5,048/yr

Labour Economic and Development Sociology University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg

4,2(158)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

The Master of Arts in the field of Labour Economic and Development Sociology at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$4,173/yr

Economics University of Cape Town

4,2(163)Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

The Master of Commerce specialising in Economics from University of Cape Town is convened by Emer Prof Anthony Black and aims to equip students with the theoretical and technical knowledge required to practise as professional economists in the public and private sector.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,395/yr

Public Administration (Coursework) University of Pretoria

4,2(183)Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

The University of Pretoria offers a Public Administration (Coursework) degree. 

M.P.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,794/yr

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