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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 €329, provides an accessible entry point into higher education. On the other hand, the €16,328 reflects the higher-end tuition fees, which might be associated with more specialised or prestigious programmes. The €3,082 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 South Africa (UNISA)4,2(489)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Theory of Literature

The master of Theory of Literature at University of South Africa (UNISA) offers high-quality general academic and career-focused distance education tuition in the arts, humanities, social sciences, religion and theology. 

M.A. Part-time Online
3 years$373/yr
University of the Western Cape4,3(86)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 15% in Worldwide

Dental Surgery in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery

At Dental Surgery in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery from the University of the Western Cape, you'll use the knowledge and research to impact society.

Master Full-time On-campus
4 years$1,401/yr
University of the Western Cape4,3(86)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 15% in Worldwide

Comparative Constitutional Law

At Comparative Constitutional Law from the University of the Western Cape, its strong teaching and applied research focus is building critical capacity in both the private and public sectors.

LL.M. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$6,562/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

Art and Design

Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Art and Design programme from Tshwane University of Technology.

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

Geology

The aim of the Geology 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.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$2,791/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Ga-Rankuwa, South Africa

Business Studies in Finance

Holders of any other equivalent South African or international qualification may also be considered for the Business Studies in Finance programme from Tshwane University of Technology

Master Full-time On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Johannesburg4,3(232)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Marketing Communication (Research)

The Marketing Communication  (Research) program is offered by University of Johannesburg.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Johannesburg4,3(232)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Informatics (Research)

The Informatics (Research)degree at University of Johannesburg demands a high level of intellectual and theoretical knowledge and insight into problems related to the field of study and of critical reasoning, formulation, analysis and evaluation of a specific problem in the field of study.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 yearsTuition not available
Rhodes University4,2(21)
Grahamstown, South Africa Top 20% in Worldwide

Teaching and Learning

Teaching and Learning 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
2 years$2,791/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,2(159)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Specialised Accountancy

This Specialised Accountancy Postgrad.Dip from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is aligned to the professional level syllabus of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). The Diploma has been awarded Silver Learning Partner status from the ACCA. 

Postgraduate Diploma Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$5,470/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Finance and Investment

The University of Pretoria offers a Master's degree in Finance and Investment. The vision of the EMS Faculty is to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial and management education, research, and community engagement within the national, African and global context.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,014/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Financial Reporting, Analysis and Governance

If you are aspiring to be a Chief Financial Officer, Audit Partner, Board Member, Regulator or Academic, the Financial Reporting, Analysis and Governance programme at the University of Cape Town will equip you with the skills that will both help prepare you for those roles and set you apart from others.

Master Part-time On-campus
2 years$9,500/yr
Tshwane University of Technology4,4(53)
Pretoria, South Africa

Architectural Technology

Candidates for the Architectural Technology program at Tshwane University of Technology who do not meet the 60% minimum academic requirements, may be invited to appear before a Departmental Selection Committee for consideration. Further information regarding the process is available at the Department. 

Master Full-time On-campus
2 yearsTuition not available
Regenesys Business School5,0(4)
Johannesburg, South Africa

Public Management

The Master of Public Management from Regenesys Business School is specifically designed for the individual who is looking to upgrade their leadership and management skills, and in turn, go on to change the world! 

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2
2 years$10,668/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Finance in Investment Management

The Finance in Investment Management programme at the University of Cape Town is offered by the Department of Finance and Tax.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,703/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Literary Studies in English

The Department of English Literary Studies at University of Cape Town recently launched a revised coursework Master's degree that foregrounds research into Literary Studies in English in the global South.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,934/yr
University of Cape Town4,2(164)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

International Management

The International Management programme at the University of Cape Town is a powerful combination of theory and business expertise that will help you kickstart your career.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$17,322/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(232)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Employment Relations (Research)

The purpose of the Employment Relations (Research)program at University of Johannesburg is to develop the intellectual and professional skills that provide the student with the opportunity to show evidence of independent and original scientific work.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Johannesburg4,3(232)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Virtual Augmented Reality in STEM Education

The Virtual Augmented Reality in STEM Education program at University of Johannesburg requires students to conduct independent research into the development, testing, and teaching and learning efficacy of applications for virtual and augmented reality within STEM. 

M.Phil. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,974/yr
University of Johannesburg4,3(232)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Science Education (CW)

The primary purpose of the Science Education (CW) program at University of Johannesburg is to enable qualifying students to develop knowledge and skills at an advanced level to function as critically-reflective, competent and accountable curriculum specialists and researchers in their fields of specialisation.

M.Ed. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,974/yr

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