Master of Science in Morphological Sciences at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A completely thesis-based master's programme in morphological sciences. The research proposal is approved by a departmental research committee and the Health Research Ethics Committee of the Faculty.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Biomedical Sciences | Duration: Two years | Intake: Applications open 1 April 2026; close 30 September 2026 (South African) and 31 August 2026 (international). | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single 180-credit thesis (Morphological Sciences) based on a research project, assessed through internal and external examination plus a presentation and oral examination.

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Application information

Entry requirements

General MSc admission: an honours degree in Science from Stellenbosch University, another honours degree approved by Senate, or a standard of competence deemed adequate by Senate. BTech holders: considered with a final BTech mark of at least 60%, then admitted on passing the BScHons examination in the relevant field as a preliminary examination with at least 60%.

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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