Philosophy, M.Phil. | Part time | University of Cape Town | Cape Town, South Africa
24 months
Duration
135280 ZAR/year
74380 ZAR/year
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About

This Philosophy course at University of Cape Town is a one and a half-year full-time programme (both the coursework and dissertation are completed within the year and a half of study) starting in the first week of February each year. The programme consists of coursework and a research dissertation.

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Overview

Key features

This Philosophy programme at  University of Cape Town comprises five compulsory modules that run from February to October and aims to equip students with advanced programme evaluation knowledge and skills.

The research dissertation runs for 12 months, commencing in July of the first year of registration, and concluding with submission of the dissertation the following year. The dissertation aims to assess whether students have mastered the principles of programme evaluation and, are able to apply these to a real-life programme that they are expected to evaluate. Students who successfully complete the degree will be awarded an MPhil.

Assessment: The coursework component contributes 50% towards the final mark for the master’s degree. Students must pass each module in order to pass the course. Students are required to obtain at least 50% for their dissertation. The dissertation component contributes 50% towards the final mark for the degree. Students must pass both the coursework and the dissertation in order for the degree to be awarded.

Readmission rules: The programme cannot be repeated. There are no examinations or supplementary examinations.

Distinction rules: The degree may be awarded with distinction if students obtain an overall mark of 75% or higher and a subminimum of 70% for both the coursework and research dissertation component of the degree.

Application information: Students applying for the Master of Philosophy (Programme Evaluation) must apply online using the University’s application process by the end of November in the year preceding that for which the application is made.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Programme Evaluation Coursework
  • Dissertation (Programme Evaluation)
  • Dissertation (Programme Evaluation) 

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

Late applications may be considered where capacity allows for this.

Language

English
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
88

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
88

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • 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 minimum admission requirements is an honours degree or a four-year professional bachelor’s degree at NQF level 8. Both types of degree’s should include a component in quantitative research methods. Please note that a bachelor’s degree or an NQF level 7 or below are not accepted.

In order to qualify for selection students should have achieved an average of 65% for their honours / four year professional bachelor’s degree.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    135280 ZAR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 135280 ZAR per year during 24 months.
  • National

    74380 ZAR/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 74380 ZAR per year during 24 months.

ZAR 119.880 - Non SADC African Students Fees

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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Scholarships Information

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3500 USD
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15 Nov 2024
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1000 USD
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30 Nov 2024
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Various benefits
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31 Dec 2024
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Various benefits
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24 May 2025
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1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
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25000 USD
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27 Dec 2024
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3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
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2000 USD
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15 Nov 2024
The Bill Walsh Scholarship
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Grant
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