Master of Pathology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Pathology is a research-based two-year programme comprising an approved research project, a thesis, an oral presentation and a student portfolio. The project can be in Anatomical, Chemical or Haematological Pathology, or Immunology.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Pathology | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Students choose one thesis module: Anatomical Pathology, Chemical Pathology, Haematological Pathology or Immunology (180 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme-specific: a BScHons degree with Pathology, Morphological Sciences, Anatomy, Physiology, Histology, Chemistry, Biology, Genetics or Microbiology, or another qualification approved by Senate (applicants with another biological sciences major at honours level may be admitted on adequate motivation and a successful admission examination); or a BTech degree meeting University requirements. Additional work or proof of competence may be required depending on the field. Supporting documents: CV, letter of motivation, statement of research interest, ID/passport copy.

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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