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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 €3,091 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.
Social and Behavioural Studies (HIV-AIDS)
We offer our students at University of South Africa (UNISA) a Master of Arts in Social and Behavioural Studies (HIV-AIDS).
Auditing
The purpose of the Auditing program from University of Johannesburg is to develop applied specialised competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of auditing principles in the auditing field
Occupational Health
The Occupational Health programme at the University of Cape Town is offered by the School of Public Health.
Metallurgical Engineering
Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Metallurgical Engineering program from Tshwane University of Technology.
Applied Sciences (Environmental, Water and Earth Sciences)
Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Applied Sciences (Environmental, Water and Earth Sciences) programme at Tshwane University of Technology.
Master of Commerce by research
This Master of Commerce by research MCom programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a supervised dissertation on an approved topic within the areas of Information Systems, Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Insurance and Risk Management, and Industrial Organisation.
Computer Auditing (CW)
The purpose of the Computer Auditing (CW) program from University of Johannesburg is to develop applied specialized competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of Computer Auditing principles in the Computer Auditing field.
Business Management (CW)
The purpose of the Business Management (CW) program from University of Johannesburg is to develop future-fit managers with the knowledge, skills and capabilities required to critically engage within businesses, challenging current paradigms through applied research.
Quantitative Finance(Research)
The purpose of the Quantitative Finance(Research) program from University of Johannesburg is to develop applied competence in the interpretation, reflection and application of principles in the broader field of quantitative finance.
Public Policy and Administration
The Public Policy and Administration programme at the University of Cape Town aims to help students become more effective as policy makers, public servants, researchers or policy analysts. We are also interested in developing the next generation of public policy and administration scholars.
Business Leadership
This Master of Business Leadership from The Da Vinci Business School is aimed at business leaders, senior managers and self-employed entrepreneurs who wish to undertake advanced scholarship, deep theoretical engagement, and develop the ability to apply these to real world scenarios in the business leadership field.
Statistical Science
Statistical Science from the University of the Western Cape is an important first step in becoming an intellectual and scholar who can not only contribute to the growth and public life of the world.
Public Management and Governance
The purpose of the Public Management and Governance program at University of Johannesburg is to provide students the tools and skills to effectively and independently apply research methodology skills and all the related activities thereto, to prepare a research proposal, dissertation and report the results for academic submission.
Southern Urbanism
If you are interested in taking up a challenge, the Southern Urbanism programme at the University of Cape Town is your learning platform.
Design (Department of Industrial Design)
The MA in Design (Department of Industrial Design) from University of Johannesburg is earned by completing a single advanced research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation.
Business Administration
The aim of the Business Administration program at Durban University of Technology is to prepare students with the knowledge, attitudes, insight and skills required for middle and senior management positions within both the private and the public sectors.
Computer Science
The College at University of Kwazulu Natal operates on the Pietermaritzburg, Westville and Howard College campuses, offering a full range of excellent undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including this Computer Science degree.
Labour Studies
We offer a master degree in Labour Studies at University of Kwazulu Natal. Every PG research student is required to submit a brief Research Intent/Concept Note to assist in ascertaining your research interest and assigning a suitable supervisor.
Water Resources Management
The College at University of Kwazulu Natal operates on the Pietermaritzburg, Westville and Howard College campuses, offering a full range of excellent undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including this Water Resources Management degree.
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Pharmaceutical Sciences programme at Tshwane University of Technology.