Overview

In general, the school recommends that Planning Masters students take programmes with a coursework component in order to receive foundational training in advanced subjects. In exceptional circumstances Urban and Regional Planning applicants from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg can be considered for a research-only programme (i.e. with no coursework), the Master of Urban & Regional Planning by Research.

Key Facts

The School of Architecture and Planning is equipped to supervise Masters and PhD by research with expertise in the area of architectural, urban and planning theory and sustainable development.

The School has a pool of academic members of staff who can supervise research towards our research-based postgraduate degrees. Admission to the School for any of the research-only degrees therefore depends on the availability of a supervisor from within the staff who is capable of and willing to supervise in the area of study. Interested candidates are encouraged to look at the staff list to consider who might be able to provide appropriate supervision in the candidate’s particular area of interest.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Research students are encouraged to apply at least 6 months in advance (foreign students should apply a year in advance)

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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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

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

The enquiry, which may mention which supervisor(s) the candidate has in mind, will be circulated to relevant members of staff. By way of enquiry, potential candidates should e-mail the following information with a covering e-mail text:

A 3-5 page text of the intended area of research and topic, research question and methods. Please provide details on whether you have identified a possible supervisor or have had any discussions with staff about your proposed research.
A cv
A copy of degrees and an academic transcript indicating marks
An electronic copy of any previous research undertaken (if available)

Names of academic referees

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

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