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MPhil in Social Policy and Development (Coursework) at University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Programme overview

Interdisciplinary master's coursework and research programme that builds knowledge and practice capacity in developing and analysing social policies and interventions that address social development challenges at national, community and household level in South Africa and the Southern African region, with applicability to other development contexts.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: Department of Anthropology and Development Studies  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Entry requirements

Honours or four-year degree in a related field, obtained with a minimum average of 70%. Selection is based on academic credit.

Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026

Duration: 1 Year Full-Time and 2 Years Part-Time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/postgraduate/

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