Overview

Key facts

The Master of Education degree offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg can be done either by coursework and research report, or by dissertation only. Students can study full time (one year to complete the programme) or part time (two years to complete the programme).

For the MEd by coursework and research report, students select three courses, of which two are normally selected from the 'package' most closely related to their likely area of research.

These packages include:

Applied language and literacy education
Curriculum and Tertiary Teaching
Education Leadership and Policy Studies
Education and Work
Educational Technology
Inclusive Education
Mathematics and Science Education

The third course may be selected from another package in the School of Education or, subject to approval, from those offered by other schools in the Faculty of Humanities or in Science Education. In addition, a course in research design prepares students for the research report which comprises half the requirements for the degree.

Programme Structure

Education is a broad discipline that includes learning how to teach others and understanding how people learn during different stages of their lives. The focus of what you study will depend on your interests: Is early childhood education a passion, or would you like to teach older learners? Are you interested in lifelong learning, education policy or curriculum design? Whatever your choice, you have a chance to impact the lives of others.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

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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

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students normally require an average of 65% in an Honours Degree in Education and at least 65% in the Honours Research Project.
International students may have to pass the IELTS test of English proficiency, with a score of at least 7. Please contact the International Office for more details.
The above are minimum requirements and assessments of each applicant’s writing and previous experience are also made. Interviews with applicants might also be requested.
For admission into the Masters by dissertation, an excellent Honours research project is normally required (70% or higher)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

52970 ZAR / year

≈ 52970 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

46000 ZAR / year

≈ 46000 ZAR / year

Additional Details

Local Tuition + Annual International Registration Fee (IRF): R6,970

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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