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Master of Arts in Afrikaans and Dutch (Thesis) at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The MA in Afrikaans and Dutch by full thesis is independent research on Afrikaans and/or Dutch language and/or literature conducted under a supervisor, preparing graduates for careers related to language and literature.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Afrikaans and Dutch  |  Duration: Two years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single 180-credit Thesis (Afrikaans and Dutch) 871.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BAHons in Afrikaans or Afrikaans and Dutch, or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate; the department may require additional reading. Supporting documents: CV with three referees, the Honours research project as evidence of written work, and a 1-3 page statement of research interest. Applicants should consult the department about topic and supervisor availability.

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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