Selected filters
South Africa
Field of Study
Location
University
Tuition Fee
Duration
Format
Attendance
Degree Type
Special Programme

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.

1
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(489)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

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).

M.A. Part-time Online
3 years$186/module
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Occupational Health

The Occupational Health programme at the University of Cape Town is offered by the School of Public Health.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$11,524/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

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.

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

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 Full-time On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

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. 

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,596/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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. 

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$1,977/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$1,977/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

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.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$8,950/yr
The Da Vinci Business School4,0(2)
Online

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.

Master Full-time +2 Online
2 years$6,086/yr
University of the Western Cape4,3(86)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 15% in Worldwide

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.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,916/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,518/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

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.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
1½ year$8,950/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(231)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

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.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,518/yr
Durban University of Technology4,4(28)
Durban, South Africa

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. 

M.B.A. Part-time On-campus
2 years$307/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

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. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

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. 

LL.M. Part-time On-campus
2 years$19,100/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

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. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

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.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 yearTuition not available

Wishlist