Master of Science in Reproductive Biology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A research-intensive master's that develops advanced expertise in the principles and practice of reproductive biology, with the thesis completed under an approved supervisor.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 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 180-credit thesis in Reproductive Biology, submitted in the prescribed format and assessed by internal and external examiners.

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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. BSc holders: considered with a final BSc 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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