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Master of Science in Agriculture in Entomology at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

A full-thesis master's degree of independent research under a supervisor in fields including morphology and systematics, insect conservation ecology and integrated pest management. Students present a thesis proposal seminar to the department and submit a thesis. Offered on the Stellenbosch campus.

Faculty: AgriSciences  |  Department: Conservation Ecology and Entomology  |  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

Entomology 818 (180-credit Master's thesis).

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Application information

Entry requirements

The BScAgric degree or a BScHons in a suitable subject field, with an average final mark of 60% for the major subject. Supporting document: confirmation of a prospective supervisor (email evidence).

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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