Master of Economics at Rhodes University

Programme overview

A 180-credit NQF Level 9 master's degree by research thesis for students wishing to pursue a clearly defined field of research and able to work independently.

Faculty: Faculty of Commerce | Department: Department of Economics and Economic History | Duration: 1 year (minimum) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Makhanda, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A research thesis in Economics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An Honours degree in Economics, normally with an average of at least 65%. Master's candidates normally hold an honours degree or equivalent; students with an ordinary bachelor's degree are accepted only in exceptional cases. Admission requires approval of the Faculty Board on the recommendation of the Head of Department and the Dean.

ZAR 31,930 a year (2026). Master's fee for all faculties other than those specified separately; full-time and part-time, per year, covers tuition and supervision. Tuition block fee per the 2026 fees booklet; excludes residence, departmental/additional charges and, for internationa Source

Applications from all new students close on 30 September; this is also the deadline for international applicants, and no international applications are considered after 30 September. Late applications from South African applicants will be considered. The non-refundable application fee is R100.

Apply through the official page: https://ross.ru.ac.za/

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