Overview

Political Studies from the University of the Western Cape benefits from a dynamic team that strives for excellence in teaching and research.

The department provides a balanced mixed of modules in our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes covering International Relations, Comparative Politics, South African politics and Political Theory.

Students at Political Studies from the University of the Western Cape will:

benfit from a leading EMS Faculty recognised for its excellence in relevant learning, teaching and research;

benefit from critical, engaged and applied scholarships.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Area Politics

International Political Economy

Political Violence

Political Philosophy

Political Development in South Africa Politics

Contemporary Democratic Theory and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics Political Science View 38 other Masters in Economics in South Africa

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The study permit application form.

A valid passport.

An official letter from UWC stating that you have been accepted for the course and the duration of the course.

A police clearance certificate for every country you have lived in for more than a year since you were 18 (less than 6 months old).

A medical report

A repatriation fee

Accommodation details

Proof of sufficient funds to support you for the duration of your course

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

105609 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 105609 ZAR for the full programme during 12 months.
National

41765 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41765 ZAR for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Cape Town

9088 - 15529 ZAR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Political Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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