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Master of Science in Agriculture in Animal Sciences at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

A full-thesis master's degree of independent research under a supervisor in animal production, including efficiency of animal production and products, product quality in large and small livestock and poultry, alternative animal species, and intensive and extensive aquaculture systems. Offered on the Stellenbosch campus.

Faculty: AgriSciences  |  Department: Animal Sciences  |  Duration: Two years  |  Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026 (South African) and 30 September 2026 (international)  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Animal Science 818 (180-credit Master's thesis); additional modules such as Biometry 821 (Biometrical Applications) may be required by the supervisor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The BScAgric degree with an average final mark of at least 60% for third- and fourth-year modules; an interview may be required and admission is subject to approval by the Department of Animal Sciences. Supporting documents: research outline (1-3 pages), CV, motivational letter and confirmation of a prospective supervisor.

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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