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Master of Science in Mathematical Statistics (CW) at University of Fort Hare

University of Fort Hare, South Africa

Programme overview

SAQA ID 16240, NQF Level 9 master's degree (full time) by coursework and a dissertation of limited scope, providing advanced training in statistical theory and methodology.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Stochastic Processes, Multivariate Statistical Analysis, Regression Theory, Measure and Probability Theory, Non-Parametric Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Bayesian Statistics.

Career pathways

University Lecturer, Mathematician, Statistician, Biostatistician, Data Scientist, Financial Analyst, Risk Analyst, Actuary, Quantitative Analyst, Econometrician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants may be considered for admission to a Master’s degree in a subject with the approval of the Faculty Postgraduate Admissions Committee. Eligible candidates should hold an Agriculture qualification at NQF Level 8 from the University, or an equivalent recognised status, and demonstrate to Senate that they are suitably qualified for their intended field of study. Admission is further supported by the availability of appropriate academic supervision in the candidate’s chosen area of study.

Main intake: first semester starts 2 February 2026; second semester starts 13 July 2026.

Applications for Masters and Honours open 1 May 2026 and close 31 October 2026; the application fee is R120.

The application fee of R120 is non-refundable and payable on or before 30 September; late applications for undersubscribed qualifications carry a fee of R300.

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