Master of Science in Infection Prevention and Control at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Infection Prevention and Control is a research-based, two-year programme at the Tygerberg campus consisting solely of a research project and thesis, with no theoretical modules.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Medicine | 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

Thesis (Infection Prevention and Control) 872 (180 credits). The final mark is protocol 20%, thesis examiners' average 65% and a compulsory oral examination 15%.

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Entry requirements

Specific admission requirements (programme): a suitable honours bachelor's degree with the required level 8 credits and either the PGDip (Infection Control) of Stellenbosch, a similar qualification from another recognised university, or other science honours majors with strong motivation and a successful admission examination. Proof of competency in study design, data management, statistics, research methodology and computer literacy is required. Supporting documents: confirmation of a prospective supervisor and a research proposal.

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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