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Master of Arts in Medical Sociology (Dissertation) at North-West University

North-West University, South Africa

Programme overview

Master of Arts in Medical Sociology (Dissertation) is an NQF level 9 master's degree in the Faculty of Humanities at North-West University, offered full-time and part-time on the Vanderbijlpark campus. Qualification code: 1CW N01 L801V.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 1-3 years full-time; 2-4 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

All applicants are subjected to a selection process prior to admission. Students must have obtained an average mark of 65% in the honours degree. Students who want to obtain the qualification in Medical Sociology register for Programme 1CW N01 L801P and write a dissertation (180 credits).

Higher degree (Master's and doctoral) applications close on 30 November 2026. A non-refundable administration fee of R150 (South African applicants) or R600 (international applicants) applies, payable online only.

Apply through the official page: https://studies.nwu.ac.za/studies/apply

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