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35 Master's degrees in Sociology in South Africa
Exploring Sociology programmes in South Africa offers a fascinating insight into societal structures and human behaviour. South Africa presents a diverse range of tuition fees for these programmes. At the lower end, the €741 fee provides an accessible entry point for many students. The typical tuition fee, represented by the €3,455, offers a benchmark for what most students might expect to pay. On the higher end, the €13,611 reflects the premium options available, catering to those seeking specialised or advanced Sociology studies.
Affordability is a key consideration for many students. In South Africa, the 20% of affordable Sociology programmes ensures that a wide range of students can pursue their academic interests without financial strain. Additionally, the growing trend of online learning is evident with the 6% of programmes being offered online, providing flexibility for students across the country.
The academic landscape in South Africa is rich with opportunities in Sociology. The 29% of universities offering Sociology programmes highlights the discipline's importance and popularity within the South African higher education system. This wide availability ensures that students have numerous options to choose from, allowing them to find a programme that best suits their academic and career goals.
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.
Sociology
The Sociology programme at the University of Cape Town is intended to develop sociological knowledge and skill in social research and theoretical analysis to the professional level.
Socio-Informatics
The MA Socio-Informatics programme at the Stellenbosch University develops research capacity in socio-Informatics by means of an independent research project under supervision, which culminates in the writing of a thesis.
Sociology
We would encourage our students to take their studies seriously, to engage with us as staff, and to see a future in the discipline beyond the first degree. Graduate studies (Honours and Masters) in Sociology at University of Kwazulu Natal allow you to qualify in greater depth than a first degree allows.
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.
Sociology
Sociology from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving.
Sociology
The department, which offers the Sociology programme at the Stellenbosch University, enjoys an excellent reputation as a centre of expertise in the teaching of social theory and research methodology within and across sociology and social anthropology, as well as in selected areas of social enquiry focusing on socio-economic, political, cultural, medical, development and environmental themes.
Industrial Sociology
The aim of the Industrial Sociology programme at the University of Cape Town is to give students a thorough understanding of the social forces and laws that shape the quality and changing nature of work.
Sociology (CW)
The Sociology (CW) program at University of Johannesburg is offered by the Department of Sociology, a part of the Faculty of Humanities.
Global Studies
The Global Studies programme at the University of Cape Town is offered in partnership with the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg and Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.
Sociology (Coursework)
Sociology (Coursework) from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential.
Social and Behaviour Change Communication
The Social and Behaviour Change Communication offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 2 year full-time degree or a 4 year part-time degree.
Demography and Population Studies
This Demography and Population Studies MA programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg helps you further develop your knowledge of Demography and Population Studies and conduct your own research.
Population Studies
The Population Studies programme from University of Kwazulu Natal aim to be world leaders in the study of the political economy of development and demography, and in the pursuit through research, training and activism of social and economic justice, both locally and globally.
Social Development
The Master of Arts by Coursework and Research Report in the Field of Social Development is offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg as a full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years) postgraduate degree.
Theories of Justice and Inequality
Housed in the Department of Sociology, the Theories of Justice and Inequality programme at the University of Cape Town was conceptualised and initiated as an interdisciplinary programme in collaboration with the Poverty and Inequality Initiative (PII).
Quantity Surveying
The Master of Science in Quantity Surveying is offered by the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment from University of Johannesburg.
Labour Economic and Development Sociology
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.
Sociology
Sociology is the study of ancient cultures; their art, literature, thought and history. The focus of Classics is the ancient Mediterranean – Greece, Rome, Egypt and the Near East – but our courses also include modules on ancient Africa, India and China. The Classics program of Rhodes University is designed to stimulate, inform, and encourage reflection.
Critical Diversity Studies
This Critical Diversity Studies MA programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg aims to enhance your abilities to analyse, interpret, challenge, and contribute to the crucial issues of diversity and how these relate to social justice.