Master of Philosophy (M. Phil) at North-West University

Programme overview

Master of Philosophy (M. Phil) 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 Potchefstroom campus. Qualification code: 1GP P01 L801P.

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

What you will study

Modules include Mini-Dissertation, Modern and Contemporary Philosophy, Modern and Contemporary Philosophy II, Themes in Systematic Philosophy, Specialised Themes in Philosophy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Honours degree in Philosophy or an equivalent qualification obtained with an average of 65%. In the case where the programme is not yet filled to capacity, and an applicant does not meet the requirement of 65%, but has obtained the degree with an average of 60-64%, an application for consideration to be admitted to this programme could be submitted to the relevant School/Research Director. The application should include a complete academic record and a 1- page motivation that explains why the application should be considered. School/Entity directors of programmes that are filled to capacity will not consider any applications below 65%. The Director of the School of Philosophy may deny admission for a Master's study to a prospective student if he is convinced that the standard of the particular prospective student does not meet with the Programme requirements.

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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