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192 Master's degrees offered by the university
Commerce
The Master of Commerce by research offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a supervised dissertation on an approved topic within the areas of Management, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Insurance and Risk Management, and Industrial Organisation.
Chemistry
The purpose of a research degree in Chemistry at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is to train students in the skills of independent research. This includes the ability to formulate a research question, design a research project, collect and analyze data, and write a research thesis.
Molecular and Cell Biology
The MSc by dissertation in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered in the School of Molecular & Cell Biology, with focus areas including Applied Bioinformatics, Biochemistry & Cell Biology, Genetics & Developmental Biology, and Microbiology & Biotechnology.
Bioethics and Health Law
The Master of Science in Medicine by coursework and research report in the field of Bioethics and Health Law is a 2 year part-time degree. The course is offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg and it aims to develop capacity and excellence in the ethical and legal analysis of issues arising in health care and research.
Nursing
The Master of Science in Nursing by coursework and research report from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 2 year degree offered in specialised fields such as Infection Control, Intensive Care, Nephrology, Oncology and Palliative Care, and more.
Organisational Psychology
The Master of Arts in Organisational Psychology consist of four core courses. Students must complete a research report in a suitable area.
Management (WBS)
The Master of Management (WBS) at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg cover Research, Entrepreneurship and New Venture Creation, Finance and Investment, Digital Business, Energy Leadership, and African Philanthropy.
Robotics
The Master of Science by Coursework and Research Report in Computer Science offers a curriculum tailored towards intelligent robotics.
Community-based Counselling
The Master of Arts in Community-based Counselling offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a full-time degree taken over 2 years.
Finance
This Master of Commerce in Finance by coursework and research report offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.
Urban Design
This Urban Design MEng from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is an interdisciplinary studio-based think tank engaged with design visions, strategies and solutions for cities and towns, focussed on learning lessons from the globalising cities of the South.
Archaeology
The Master of Archaeology at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is interested in attracting students from all over the world who will be able to participate in research work in a country that is undergoing rapid transformation and change.
Applied Linguistics
Applied Linguistics at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered over 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.
Interdisciplinary Global Change Studies
The Masters of Science by coursework and research report in Interdisciplinary Global Change Studies (MSc) from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg aims to enhance capacity for multi-, inter- and transdisciplinary research in the area of global and climate change.
Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
The Master of Science in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering by dissertation or by coursework and research report from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.
Media Studies
This Media Studies MA programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg develops your critical thinking ability and research skills.
Political Studies
The Master of Arts in the field of Political Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.
Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing
The Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing MSc programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg provides a pathway into further studies at doctoral level.
Mathematics
The MSc by dissertation in Mathematics is a 1 year full-time or 2 year part-time degree. This course is offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg .
Genetic Counselling
Genetic Counselling degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (MFOSGENC60) is run by the Division of Human Genetics in the School of Pathology. Genetic counselling falls under the Clinical and Counselling Section of the Division. The course coordinator and genetic counselling manager is Ms. Shelley Macaulay.