Master of Philosophy in Cancer Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Philosophy in Cancer Science is an interdisciplinary two-year programme giving an in-depth understanding of cancer from molecular, environmental, public health and treatment perspectives, for students wanting to pursue cancer-related careers or research.

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

What you will study

The programme has 120 credits of modules and a 60-credit research assignment. First-year modules include Biostatistics I and II, Cancer Epidemiology, Infections and Cancer, Molecular Basis of Cancer and Tumour Physiology, Nutrition and Cancer, Principles of Cancer Therapy, Qualitative Research Methods and Research Proposal Writing and Grantsmanship; the second year is the Assignment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme-specific: an NQF level 8 qualification (MBChB or equivalent, a four-year professional bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline, a BScHons degree, or an equivalent approved by Senate); non-South African qualifications are evaluated by the Postgraduate Office; NSC-level Mathematics, computer literacy and fluency in written and spoken English. International applicants from non-English-speaking countries must show English competence, for example IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based). Supporting document: final school-leaving results.

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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