Master's Degree programs in South Africa

Considering South Africa? There are master's degree programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in South Africa?

Programs in South Africa are offered at these levels: Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in South Africa?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for South Africa. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in South Africa?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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763 programs found

Master's Degree programs in South Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in South Africa?

Which fields of study can I browse in South Africa?

How much does it cost to study in South Africa?

How do I choose the right program?

Master of Health Sciences in Occupational Hygiene

Master of Health Sciences in Psychology

Master of Health Sciences in Recreation Science

Master of Music in Music Composition

Master of Music in Music Performance

Master of Music in Musicology

Master of Nursing Science

Master of Pharmacy in Pharmacy Practice

Master of Philosophy

Master of Philosophy in Philosophy

Master of Science in Agricultural Economics

Master of Science in Agricultural Extension

Master of Science in Agriculture

Master of Science in Animal Health

Master of Science in Animal Science

Master of Science in Applied Mathematics

Master of Science in Applied Radiation Science

Master of Science in Astrophysical Sciences

Master of Science in Biochemistry

Master of Science in Botany

Master of Science in Business Mathematics and Informatics

Master of Science in Business Statistics

Master of Science in Chemistry

Master of Science in Computer Science

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