Master of Science in Sport Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A full-thesis master's that develops advanced scholarly and applied expertise in sport science, completed under an approved supervisor.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Exercise, Sport and Lifestyle Medicine | 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 100% thesis on a topic approved by the Postgraduate Programme Committee and the supervisor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's or honours degree with an average of at least 60% approved by Senate for this purpose, or a standard of competence in the field that Senate deems adequate. Application documents: CV, motivational letter and a 1-3 page statement of research interest.

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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