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281 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in South Africa

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University of Johannesburg4,1(219)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Sustainable Urban Planning and Development

The purpose of the Master in Sustainable Urban Planning and Development from University of Johannesburg is to develop built environment professionals specialising in the sustainable planning, design, development and management of urban centres.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,822/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(327)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Development Studies

Development Studies from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential.  

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$5,004/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)
Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Anthropology

The Anthropology programme from University of Kwazulu Natal is the study of humankind. Of all the human science disciplines, anthropology is best placed to contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the diversity and unity that characterises human life on this planet. Its distinctive approach lies in its global, comparative, and multidimensional perspective. 

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(152)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Archaeology

The Master of Archaeology at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is interested in attracting students from all over the world who will be able to participate in research work in a country that is undergoing rapid transformation and change.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of Johannesburg4,1(219)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Quantity Surveying

The Master of Science in Quantity Surveying is offered by the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment​ from University of Johannesburg.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 yearTuition not available
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,1(402)
Online Top 5% in Worldwide

Transport Economics

The objective of the master in Transport Economics of College of Economic and Management Sciences at University of South Africa (UNISA)  is to provide relevant and functional qualifications of a high standard, quality tuition and a professional caring and valued customer service to all its stakeholders. 

Master Part-time Online
$345/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

We would encourage our students to take their studies seriously, to engage with us as staff, and to see a future in the discipline beyond the first degree. Graduate studies (Honours and Masters) in Sociology at University of Kwazulu Natal allow you to qualify in greater depth than a first degree allows.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(152)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

German Studies

The Master of Arts in the field of German Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time degree.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,162/yr
Stellenbosch University4,3(130)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

German (Research)

The one year German (Research) programme at the Stellenbosch University entails the writing of a thesis topic in German which is selected by the student in close consultation with the Department.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,957/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(152)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

ICT and Policy Regulation

Gain expert knowledge of ICT Policy and Regulation. The ICT and Policy Regulation degree at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg equips its graduates to deal effectively with policy and regulatory dimensions of the global and African information and communication technology (ICT) sectors. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$4,013/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(152)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

African Languages

The African Languages master at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg focuses on the practical and theoretical problems in the syntax of Bantu Languages. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,162/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(327)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Geography

Geography from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$5,004/yr
Rhodes University4,2(28)
Grahamstown, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

Afrikaans and Netherlandic Studies

The program in Afrikaans and Netherlandic Studies at Rhodes University to promote and advance scholarship in African languages.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$2,070/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(327)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Social Development and Policy (Coursework)

Social Development and Policy (Coursework) from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential.  

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$4,884/yr
University of the Western Cape4,1(90)
Cape Town, South Africa Top 4% in Worldwide

Industrial Psychology

Industrial Psychology from the University of the Western Cape is for you if you have a mind for business and a heart for people.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$6,870/yr
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(152)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Italian Studies

The Master of Arts in the field of Italian Studies (MA) from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is a 1 year full-time or 2 year part-time degree.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$3,162/yr
Stellenbosch University4,3(130)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

English Studies

The Department of English, which offers the English Studies programme at the Stellenbosch University,  focuses on the study of local and international literature written in English, and also offers elective courses in literary, film and cultural studies as well as creative writing.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,957/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa +1 Top 3% in Worldwide

Political Science

Students in the Political Science programme from University of Kwazulu Natal are encouraged to conduct research and publish at this stage of their studies.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)
Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Criminology and Forensic Studies

This Criminology and Forensic Studies programme from University of Kwazulu Natal area provides expert knowledge to deal effectively with crime, victimisation and conflict and to promote a democratic and just society with a human rights ethos as set out in the South African Constitution and Bill of Rights and other relevant international legal frameworks and treaties.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr
University of Kwazulu Natal3,7(136)
Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Population Studies

The Population Studies programme from University of Kwazulu Natal aim to be world leaders in the study of the political economy of development and demography, and in the pursuit through research, training and activism of social and economic justice, both locally and globally.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$18,300/yr

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