Master of Arts in Political Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Arts in Political Science (including International Relations) develops analytical and problem-solving skills regarding political and economic processes through methodologically sound, theoretically informed empirical research, for careers in the private and public sectors.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Department: Political Science | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Full-thesis degree consisting of a Thesis (Political Science) of 180 credits.

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Entry requirements

An Honours degree in Political Science or International Relations with an average final mark of at least 65%, including at least 65% for the Honours or fourth-year research assignment or mini-thesis. Admission is subject to the availability of a suitable supervisor for the proposed topic.

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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