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Overview
We offer a bachelor degree in African Languages at the Rhodes University. This course is intended for students who have no prior knowledge of isiXhosa. Students who have matriculated with isiXhosa as an additional language can, at the discretion of the Head of the Section, enrol at second year level.
Its primary aim is to provide students with proficiency in isiXhosa, as well as culture and literature of the language. Proficiency is developed around themes that students should be able to use in everyday conversation.
Objectives
- To promote and advance scholarship in African languages
- To promote multilingualism through 1st and 2nd language programmes
- To facilitate student access and retention, particularly of historically disadvantaged students
- To set up a multimedia facility which is instrumental to all the above.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Language, society & media studies
- Literature
- Translation studies
- Language and technology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
IELTS 7
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Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Grahamstown, 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 7
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum admission requirement is a level 8 qualification on the National Qualifications SubFramework, such as a bachelor with honours degree in a relevant subject or a four-year degree such as BPharm, BFineArt, etc. A “professional” bachelors degree with a minimum of 96 credits at level 8 or a Postgraduate Diploma may also be recognised as meeting the minimum entry requirement to a cognate master’s degree programme. Candidates are required to verify the minimum admission requirements to the department in which they will be applying by consulting the respective department rules or communicating with the department directly.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents45751 ZAR / year≈ 45751 ZAR / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents31930 ZAR / year≈ 31930 ZAR / year
Additional Details
International students: ZAR 31 930 + International student levy ZAR 13 821.00. For 416808 International students: ZAR 21 856.00 + International student levy ZAR
Living costs
Grahamstown
South Africa
7630 - 10640 ZAR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for African Languages.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
03 Jun 2027
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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