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401 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in Africa

Centre international de formation européenne - CIFE5,0(3)

Tunis, Tunisia +2

Mediterranean Studies - Advanced European and International Studies

The Mediterranean Studies - Advanced European and International Studies programme of Centre international de formation européenne - CIFE offers problem-focused learning at the crossroads of theory and practice.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$11,483/yr

School for International Training4,0(1)

Amman, Jordan +1

Humanitarian Assistance and Crisis Management

Gain the skills and on-the-ground experience needed to respond to humanitarian crises around the world in the Humanitarian Assistance and Crisis Management program at School for International Training.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,298/yr

School for International Training4,0(1)

Rabat, Morocco +2

International Education

Through this International Education immersive program at School for International Training you will experience diverse cultures and educational systems as you develop the skills you need to build your career as a socially minded international educator.

M.A. Part-time Blended

2 years$15,149/yr

School for International Training4,0(1)

Cape Town, South Africa +2

Diplomacy and International Relations

Prepare for a career in global, regional, and international affairs or diplomacy to address some of the most critical issues facing the planet in the Diplomacy and International Relations program from School for International Training.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,298/yr

Stellenbosch University4,3(130)

Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Agricultural Economics

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

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$4,051/yr

Stellenbosch University4,3(130)

Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Psychology programmes at the Stellenbosch University are based on research leading to a thesis in the case of the master's or a dissertation in the case of the doctorate, contributing 100% to the final mark.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$4,051/yr

University of the Western Cape4,1(90)

Cape Town, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Psychology (Thesis)

At Psychology (Thesis) from the University of the Western Cape, you'll use the knowledge and research to impact society.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$3,516/yr

University of Nairobi4,3(438)

Nairobi, Kenya Top 6% in Worldwide

Population Studies

The Population Studies programme offered by the University of Nairobi is intended to prepare graduates of Science in Mathematics or any other sciences with strong quantitative background for careers in government service, academic and private sector, which may demand more sophisticated skills for research and teaching in population studies.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,694/yr

University of Namibia3,6(122)

Windhoek, Namibia

Economics

The Master of Science in Economics offered by the Economics Department at University of Namibia was upgraded to a collaborative Masters programme in Economics, under the coordination of the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC), based in Nairobi, Kenya

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,011/yr

University of Namibia3,6(122)

Windhoek, Namibia

German Studies

The purpose of this German Studies qualification from University of Namibia is to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in German linguistics and/or literature to contribute as active role players in a globalised and industrialising society.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$3,059/yr

University of Namibia3,6(122)

Windhoek, Namibia

Security and Strategic Studies

The MA in Security and Strategic Studies programme from University of Namibia should be completed within two (2) years. A one (1) year extension beyond the specified two years can be granted by the University on the recommendation of the School of Military Science and with the consent of the supervisor/s involved.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,492/yr

University of Johannesburg4,1(215)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Communication Studies

The purpose of this Master of Arts in Communication Studies at University of Johannesburg is to explore a wide range of forms of human communication from a variety of perspectives that connect the local and the global and are rooted in African contexts and experiences.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

University of Pretoria4,2(326)

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Industrial Sociology and Labour Studies

Industrial Sociology and Labour Studies from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$5,122/yr

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(150)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Spanish

Spanish is one of the most widely spoken languages around the world. The official language of Spain, the majority of Latin-American countries and Equatorial Guinea, which offers a rich variety of cultures and literatures to research. You can learn Spanish at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(150)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Interdisciplinary Digital Knowledge Economy Studies

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 yearTuition not available

Stellenbosch University4,3(130)

Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Sociology and Anthropology

Stellenbosch University's Public Sociology and Anthropology programme focusses on the acquisition and broadening of knowledge in a specific area of Sociology or Social Anthropology. It also aims to develop your ability to think critically about social issues related to transformation in (South) Africa and to critically apply the newly acquired knowledge and skills to societal problems.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$4,051/yr

University of Pretoria4,2(326)

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Psychology

Psychology from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$5,000/yr

University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)

Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Anthropology

The Anthropology programme from University of Kwazulu Natal is the study of humankind. Of all the human science disciplines, anthropology is best placed to contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the diversity and unity that characterises human life on this planet. Its distinctive approach lies in its global, comparative, and multidimensional perspective.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,300/yr

University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)

Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Child Care and Protection

The College of Humanities, the largest of UKZN’s four Colleges, is the home of critical thinking, social commentary and robust intellectual debate. It is aptly referred to as “The Soul of the University.” We offer a master degree in Child Care and Protection at University of Kwazulu Natal.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,300/yr

University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)

Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Politics, Philosophy and Economics

The College of Humanities, the largest of UKZN’s four Colleges, is the home of critical thinking, social commentary and robust intellectual debate. It is aptly referred to as “The Soul of the University.” We offer a master degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics at University of Kwazulu Natal.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,300/yr