Overview

Political Science from University of Pretoria will help you develop to your full potential.

Students at Political Science from University of Pretoria will:

be entering a stimulating environment that will broaden their intellectual horizons

achieve personal and professional success through the best possible learning experience

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philosophy

Politics

Economics
Ethics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Disciplines

Political Science View 17 other Masters in Political Science 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

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90

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Honours degree in Political Sciences or relevant honours degree (NQF level 8)
Relevant honours degree (NQF level 8)
A weighted average of at least 70% for the honours degree
An admissions essay may be required
Additional work/modules may be required in order to reach the desired level of competency

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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

47110 ZAR / year

≈ 47110 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

23555 ZAR / year

≈ 23555 ZAR / year

Additional Details

Non-South African citizens (excluding students who are citizens of SADC countries) will be charged double the tuition fee of South African students.

Living costs

Pretoria

South Africa

8592 - 10309 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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Overview

Students at Political Science from University of Pretoria will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Pretoria

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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