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1.6k Master's degrees in South Africa

South Africa offers a wide range of programmes catering to international students, with tuition fees varying across different institutions and levels of study. For those looking for more budget-friendly options, the lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €332, provides an accessible entry point into higher education. On the other hand, the €16,285 reflects the higher-end tuition fees, which might be associated with more specialised or prestigious programmes. The €3,112 serves as a benchmark for the typical tuition fee you might expect when considering studies in South Africa.

A significant aspect to consider is the 29% of programmes that are deemed affordable, making higher education more accessible to a broader range of students. Additionally, with the increasing trend towards flexible learning options, the 10% offers students the opportunity to pursue their academic goals without the constraints of traditional classroom settings. This variety ensures that international students can find a programme that not only fits their academic interests but also their financial and lifestyle needs.

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University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Speech-Language Pathology

The Division's popular and dynamic postgraduate programmes at University of Cape Town are research driven and aim to produce new and relevant knowledge, which will help to transform and develop the practices of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$8,950/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Architecture

The Master of Architecture is offered at University of Cape Town. The qualification introduces a master's degree within a succession of qualifications leading towards professional qualification in architecture.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$10,056/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Media Studies

This Media Studies stream at University of Cape Town aims to equip students with the practicals skills required for multimedia journalism production.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$6,659/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Psychological Research

The Psychological Research programme at the University of Cape Town is awarded through the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Humanities.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,659/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Global Media

Study the impact of globalisation on communication, society, culture, politics and media practices with a degree in Global Media at University of Cape Town

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,659/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Addiction Psychiatry

A two-year programme for specialist psychiatrists and clinical psychologists for subspecialty career training in Addiction Psychiatry is offered at University of Cape Town.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$8,950/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Media Theory and Practice

This Media Theory and Practice stream at University of Cape Town aims to equip students with the practicals skills required for multimedia journalism production.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,311/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Political Communication

The Political Communication major is offered at University of Cape Town.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,659/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

Building Science (Structured)

Candidates with a baccalaureus technologiae, will be required to complete bridging modules at NQF Level 8 before registration for the Building Science (Structured) program at Tshwane University of Technology. 

Master Full-time On-campus
2 yearsTuition not available
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

French

The French master programme is offered for students by University of Johannesburg.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

Entrepreneurship

Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Entrepreneurship programme at Tshwane University of Technology.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
Rhodes University4,2(21)
Grahamstown, South Africa Top 20% in Worldwide

Economics

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$2,777/yr
Rhodes University4,2(21)
Grahamstown, South Africa Top 20% in Worldwide

Classical Studies

Classical Studies 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.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,777/yr
Rhodes University4,2(21)
Grahamstown, South Africa Top 20% in Worldwide

Music and Musicology

Music and Musicology 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.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$2,777/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(489)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Science Education

We offer our students a Master of Science in Science Education degree in University of South Africa (UNISA).

M.Sc. Part-time Online
3 years$186/module
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Economics

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$5,837/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

History

History, a programme offered by the Stellenbosch University, is a subject of many dimensions, but its central thrust is to explain change over time. How we deal with change, in our personal life or in wider society, depends on how well we are informed. This department aims to provide students with the necessary intellectual skills to understand processes of change and historical debate. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$4,146/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The vision of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS), which offers the Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme at the Stellenbosch University is to promote health and equality in South Africa and beyond. 

Master Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,196/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Mathematical Sciences

Talented students from all over Africa are selected and provided with full bursaries for this intensive structured Mathematical Sciences Master's programme at the Stellenbosch University.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,773/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Computer Science

Computer Science from University of Pretoria focuses on research to drive innovative and enquiry-led teaching for educating and positioning our students to be leaders in their professions. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,000/yr

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