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Master of Philosophy in Sustainability Transitions at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

An interdisciplinary Master of Philosophy that equips students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to tackle complex social, environmental and governance challenges. It welcomes candidates from both natural and social science backgrounds and prepares students for sustainability leadership.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences  |  Department: Centre for Sustainability Transitions  |  Duration: Two years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

180 credits: a 90-credit Thesis in Sustainability Transitions, compulsory modules Research Design and Methods and Sustainability Transitions Foundation Concepts (60 credits), and at least 30 credits of electives such as Research Outreach and Reflection and Capita Selecta modules in sustainable development and transdisciplinary research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Postgraduate Diploma (NQF level 8) in Sustainable Development from Stellenbosch University, or an appropriate qualification equivalent to an honours degree (NQF level 8). Preference is given to an average of 65% or higher. CV, letter of motivation and a concept note are required.

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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