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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 €331, provides an accessible entry point into higher education. On the other hand, the €16,292 reflects the higher-end tuition fees, which might be associated with more specialised or prestigious programmes. The €3,090 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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Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

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

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,846/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Migration and Displacement

The African Centre for Migration & Society (ACMS) at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg invites graduate students to apply to undertake the programmes in Migration and Displacement with us.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$4,064/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Animal, Plant and Environmental Sciences

The Master of Science by dissertation in Animal, Plant and Environmental Sciences is offered by University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg in a wide range of research areas that facilitates an understanding about how the world around us works and the role of different organisms on Earth.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,391/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Sport and Exercise Medicine

Stellenbosch University's Sport and Exercise Medicine programme extends over a minimum period of two years on a part-time basis.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$5,260/yr
Cape Peninsula University of Technology4,1(68)
Cape Town, South Africa

Emergency Medical Care

Emergency Medical Care from Cape Peninsula University of Technology aims to facilitate development of a researcher to be competent in primary and/ or secondary research in the context of emergency medical care. 

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$212/module
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Forestry and Natural Wood Sciences

Stellenbosch University's Forestry and Natural Wood Sciences programme extends over one year after the four-year BScFor degree

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,773/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Geology

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 Geology degree. 

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Dentistry

The Master of Science in Dentistry (by research, or by coursework and research report) offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full time or 2 year part time degree.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$6,872/yr
Cape Peninsula University of Technology4,1(68)
Cape Town, South Africa

Internal Auditing

Internal Auditing from Cape Peninsula University of Technology aims to provide academic excellence; operating at the cutting edge of our disciplines; creating and disseminating knowledge through high level research.  

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$212/module
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Exposure Science

The Master of Science in Medicine by coursework and research report in the field of Exposure Science from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered by both coursework and research, or by research (dissertation) only.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$2,273/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Advanced Data Analytics (Coursework)

Advanced Data Analytics (Coursework) from University of Pretoria aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial and management education.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,860/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Education

Education from University of Pretoria continues to develop into one of the largest and most diverse units in South Africa for the initial and advanced training of education professionals from across the world.  

M.Ed. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,000/yr
Cape Peninsula University of Technology4,1(68)
Cape Town, South Africa

Business and Information Administration

Business and Information Administration from Cape Peninsula University of Technology aims to provide academic excellence; operating at the cutting edge of our disciplines; creating and disseminating knowledge through high level research.  

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$212/module
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Paediatric Critical Care

Stellenbosch University's Paediatric Critical Care programme extends over 2 years.  These programmes offer specialists in Internal Medicine, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology the opportunity to qualify as subspecialists in one of the various subspecialty fields within these disciplines.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,846/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Paediatric Endocrinology

Stellenbosch University's Paediatric Endocrinology programme extends over 2 years.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,846/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(153)
Durban, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Business Administration

The primary purpose of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at University of Kwazulu Natal is to educate and train graduates who can contribute to the development of knowledge.

M.B.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$18,300/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,2(488)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Criminal Justice

The master in Criminal Justice at University of South Africa (UNISA)  provides comprehensive open distance learning in a socially responsible and distinctive manner that produces excellent scholarship and research, provides quality tuition and fosters active community engagement.

M.Sc. Part-time Online
3 years$371/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Practical Theology - Community Development

Stellenbosch University's Practical Theology - Community Development programme is presented part-time over a period of two years

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$5,761/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

Stellenbosch University's new structured Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence MSc programme will be offered from 2022, subject to accreditation by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Unfortunately, the module codes with their accompanying descriptions were not available in time before this Calendar went to print.

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

International Taxation (Coursework)

The mission of the International Taxation (Coursework) programme from University of Pretoria is to advance relevant knowledge and develop employable, innovative and diverse graduates to co-create value for society.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,860/yr

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