Overview

From the content point of view, Information Technology programme offered at Central University of Technology, Free State is a multidisciplinary; this allows for accommodation of students from:

computer science;

software engineering

information systems;

telecommunications.

Although the main research area is Computer and Information Science; interdisciplinary areas that have a main focus in IT are also included.

Key Facts

This MIT is research-based (no course work) and it prepares students for research (including academic), managerial and technical careers in the field of IT. As such, MIT is more inclined to serve the needs of students who either ultimately plan to continue their PhD or are simply interested in performing research the four specialisation areas mentioned above. Students complete independent research resulting in a master’s dissertation under the direction of at least one supervisor with relevant doctorate degree.

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

Starting 2027-02-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloemfontein, South Africa

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 21 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) 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

The minimum admission requirement is an appropriate NQF Level 8 honours degree or postgraduate diploma in Information Technology or in other related fields such as (1) computer science; (2) software engineering (3) information systems; and (4) telecommunications. Over and above this, the candidate must have an exceptionally good study record (with an average of at least 60%). The results from the undergraduate studies should have included a research module with at least 60% score.

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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

5390 ZAR / year

≈ 5390 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3590 ZAR / year

≈ 3590 ZAR / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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