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Overview
Through the Master in Quantitative Finance at University of Johannesburg dissertation, a qualifying student shows evidence of scientific research, application of scientific research methodologies and an ability to reflect thereon in the holistic context of quantitative finance.
Selection for the programme
Selection to the master’s research programme is subject to the successful defense of a research proposal. The research proposal should be presented to a panel convened by the Department of Finance and Investment Management for this purpose.
The Department of Finance and Investment Management must specifically approve the field of study, the research topic, methodology and problem statement before the candidate may register; Selection is based on academic merit and the availability of places and hence may entail the use of additional criteria/requirements; and Final admission requirements will from time to time be set by the department.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Dissertation: Quantitative Finance
- As one of the requirements for the awarding of a Degree, Research Masters’ students are required upon submission of their dissertation to also submit an article for the possibility of publication.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 105
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Finance View 36 other Masters in Finance in South AfricaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 105
Other requirements
General requirements
- A potential student must be in possession of a Quantitative Finance oriented Bachelor of Commerce Honours qualification on NQF LEVEL 8 or alternatively a student should possess any other qualification on NQF LEVEL 8 and have related quantitative finance oriented experience which is deemed applicable by the Department of Finance and Investment Management.
Tuition Fee
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International
851 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 851 EUR per year during 12 months.
R14,634 – R171,158
Living costs for Johannesburg
8434 - 12036 ZAR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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