Overview

The research problem, its justification, process and outcome are reported in a dissertation.

Program Details

The Master's degree in Conservation Science from Cape Peninsula University of Technology students undertake in-depth research and complete a dissertation in a specialist area of nature conservation.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Conservation Science
Nature Science
Environmental Science
Conduct Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-29 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Disciplines

Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 31 other Masters in Environmental Sciences in South Africa

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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

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

Other requirements

General requirements

An HEQSF aligned Level 8 qualification or an equivalent in an appropriate discipline.

A pass in the language which is the medium of instruction at the University (English or Afrikaans).

Specific pass grades: IGCSE: A, B or C; HIGCSE: 1, 2 or 3.

Complete and legible transcripts of academic records in respect of all degrees or other higher education qualifications, together with the final certificates, preceding qualifications leading to any post-graduate or other advanced qualification when the latter is submitted.

Certificates in foreign languages should be submitted with sworn translations into English by an accredited translator.

English language proficiency

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3500 ZAR / module

≈ 3500 ZAR / module
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3500 ZAR / module

≈ 3500 ZAR / module

Additional Details

R3 500 for tuition + R1 500 for Residence

Living costs

Cape Town

South Africa

9088 - 15529 ZAR / month

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

Funding

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