Overview

Key features

The degree of MSc offered in the Ichthyology and Fisheries Science program of Rhodes University is awarded for the satisfactory preparation of a thesis based on original research on fishes (freshwater, estuarine or marine), especially in the classical fields of systematics, morphology, distribution, ecology, behaviour or biology.

Candidates for MSc or PhD degrees may additionally be required to complete such examinable coursework as may be prescribed by the Head of Department. The PhD degree must make a substantial contribution towards the advancement of knowledge in the chosen field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The degree of MSc or PhD in Fisheries Science is awarded for the satisfactory preparation of a thesis based on original research on aspects of fisheries management, fisheries modelling, aquaculture or fisheries economics.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grahamstown, South Africa

Disciplines

Biodiversity & Conservation Marine Science View 6 other Masters in Biodiversity & Conservation in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year BSc degree or BSc Honours degree in Ichthyology, Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Zoology or equivalent (as approved by the Head of the Department and the Board of the Faculty of Science).

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Tuition Fee

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International

41811 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41811 ZAR per year during 24 months.
National

29181 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29181 ZAR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Grahamstown

7630 - 10640 ZAR /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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