Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military History at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military History develops advanced analytical, research and critical thinking skills in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. It offers in-depth engagement with military history, with particular emphasis on Africa, and applies historical insight to contemporary military contexts.

Faculty: Military Science | Department: Military History | Duration: One year full-time or two years part-time | Intake: Applications open 1 April 2026 and close 31 March 2027 (South African and international). | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Students complete a capita selecta of two study themes (90 credits) and a 90-credit thesis on a theme from the general military history of Africa. Modules include Theoretical History, Theory and Practice of Military History, a theme from general military history or the military history of Africa, and a Research Assignment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Subject to consultation with the Department of Military History: a BMil degree with Military History as major and a final mark of at least 60% in Military History in the final year. Supporting documents: copy of ID (South African citizens and permanent residents) or passport (international applicants), and matric certificate.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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