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Master of Music in Musicology at North-West University

North-West University, South Africa

Programme overview

Master of Music in Musicology is an NQF level 9 master's degree in the Faculty of Humanities at North-West University, offered full-time on the Potchefstroom campus. Qualification code: 1DL N01 L801P.

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

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Entry requirements

d) Students must obtain a minimum of 70% for the BMus IV or equivalent research assignment. Students may be requested to present this assignment to the research committee for approval to continue with their studies; e) Students must be able to demonstrate academic competence to engage in the research topic they wish to pursue; f) If students should be unable to comply with these requirements for a specific reason, they may obtain permission to present the research committee with acceptable proof that they are sufficiently prepared to continue with their studies.

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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