Master of Physiotherapy at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Physiotherapy is a two-year, full-thesis programme at the Tygerberg campus that builds advanced knowledge and skills in a chosen field of physiotherapy, independent research ability and skills in scientific communication.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Health and Rehabilitation Sciences | Duration: Two years | Intake: Applications open 1 April 2026; SA applications close 30 September 2026; international applications close 31 August 2026. | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

The programme is a single Thesis (Physiotherapy) 872 (180 credits) on a topic set with the supervisor. The final mark is 5% class mark and 95% thesis examination (written thesis and oral examination); a minimum of 50% is required.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Specific admission requirements (programme): a professional bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy (NQF level 8 or international equivalent), an honours degree in Physiotherapy (NQF level 8) or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate; registration as a physiotherapist or physiotherapy student with the HPCSA (or the relevant country body); at least one year of clinical experience after the bachelor's degree. For the structured Master's in Ortho-manipulative Therapy: completion of OMT I or appropriate clinical experience and continuing professional education. Supporting documents: CV, letter of motivation and proof of professional registration.

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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