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19 Master's degrees offered by the university
Mathematics
The MSc by dissertation in Mathematics is a 1 year full-time or 2 year part-time degree. This course is offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg .
Child Health (Neurodevelopment)
The Child Health (Neurodevelopment) programme offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 3-year full-time block-release degree
Medical Physics
The Medical Physics MSc programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg by coursework and research report in the field of Medical Physics is taught by the Division of Medical Physics.
Mathematical Statistics
The Mathematical Statistics programme at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg offers students who have excelled in their undergraduate and honours studies an opportunity for advanced study.
Medical Physics
The Medical Physics by coursework and research report programme offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is taken full-time over one year or part-time over two years.
e-Science
The Master of Science in e-Science (M.Sc) at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, is an 18-month programme designed to equip postgraduate students with essential computational, mathematical, and statistical skills for tackling data-driven challenges. This full-time course combines coursework and a research report, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the field.
Medical Genetics
The Master of Medicine in the field of Medical Genetics offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a four year, full time degree.
Mycobacterial Genetics
The MSc in Mycobacterial Genetics at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg by research in the field of mycobacterial genetics is offered by the Centre of Excellence for Biomedical TB Research, and provides an opportunity to gain experience in basic molecular biology techniques such as cloning, PCR and bacterial genetics, among other things.
Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
The Tropical Medicine and Hygiene Postgrad.Dip from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg extends over one year of full-time study and is highly recommended for medical doctors with an interest in tropical medicine and infectious diseases.
Organisational Psychology
The Master of Arts in Organisational Psychology consist of four core courses. Students must complete a research report in a suitable area.
Molecular and Cell Biology
The MSc by dissertation in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered in the School of Molecular & Cell Biology, with focus areas including Applied Bioinformatics, Biochemistry & Cell Biology, Genetics & Developmental Biology, and Microbiology & Biotechnology.
Human Genetics
The Master of Science in Medicine by research only in the field of Human Genetics offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 years full time or 2 year part-time degree.
Demography and Population Studies
This Demography and Population Studies MA programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg helps you further develop your knowledge of Demography and Population Studies and conduct your own research.
Computational and Applied Mathematics
Computational and Applied Mathematics is the practice of employing mathematical techniques and approaches to the solution of real-world problems throughout STEM fields. Computational and Applied Mathematics is offered at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Genomic Medicine
The Master of Science in Medicine in the field of Genomic Medicine at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a one year, full time degree.
Mathematical Statistics
This Mathematical Statistics MSc programme from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg offers students who have excelled in their undergraduate and honours studies an opportunity for advanced study in Mathematical Statistics.
Genetic Counselling
Genetic Counselling degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (MFOSGENC60) is run by the Division of Human Genetics in the School of Pathology. Genetic counselling falls under the Clinical and Counselling Section of the Division. The course coordinator and genetic counselling manager is Ms. Shelley Macaulay.
Physics
This Master of Physics from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered in the fields of Physics, Astronomy & Astrophysics, Computational Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Crystallography, High Energy Physics, Nuclear Physics, Particle Physics, Theoretical Physics.
Chemistry
The purpose of a research degree in Chemistry at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is to train students in the skills of independent research. This includes the ability to formulate a research question, design a research project, collect and analyze data, and write a research thesis.