Master of Science in Forest and Wood Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Forest and Wood Science is a 100% research degree (180 credits) under a supervisor. Additional modules such as Biometrical Applications may be required in consultation with the supervisor.

Faculty: Faculty of AgriSciences | Department: Forest and Wood Science | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Study consists of the Wood Product Science subject and a 180-credit Master's thesis, examined by thesis submission and a defence seminar.

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Entry requirements

The four-year BScFor degree, the postgraduate diploma in Forestry and Wood Sciences, an applicable honours degree, or other Senate-approved qualifications, with a minimum final mark of 60% in all modules or in the applicable major module (the department may deviate from this). Selection is competitive.

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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