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Master of Science in Molecular Biology at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Molecular Biology is a thesis-based, two-year programme at the Tygerberg campus with no study modules, consisting of a research project, thesis and project presentation.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences  |  Department: Biomedical 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

Thesis: Molecular Biology 872 (180 credits). A mark of 50% passes and 75% passes with distinction.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Specific admission requirements (programme): a BScHons degree in a relevant field. BTech holders: BTech passed with at least 60%, then a pass of at least 60% in the BScHons examination as a preliminary examination.

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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