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Master of Science at University of Mpumalanga

University of Mpumalanga, South Africa

Programme overview

Students registered for the Master of Science will undertake independent research and report on this to reflect independent thinking, originality, critical analysis, ability to defend findings, and advanced insight into the chosen field of research. The field of research must be in a discipline within the Life Sciences (CESM category 13). The Master of Science is by research under supervision which will be provided through direct contact between the student and supervisor.

Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences  |  Department: School of Biology and Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: Minimum 1 year full-time (18 months is the norm); maximum 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

Candidates wishing to enrol for the MSc degree must hold a four-year BSc, BSc Honours, or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 8, as approved by the University, with a minimum pass mark of 60%.; Application Requirements; All applications must be accompanied by the following certified documents:; Full academic transcripts from undergraduate to current level of study;; Copy of South African ID or passport;; A research concept note (maximum 500 words), clearly outlining:; The proposed research field;; A specific research topic;; The broad scope and focus of the proposed study.; Additional Requirements for Applicants with International Qualifications; Applicants holding international qualifications must also submit the following:; A South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation of the completed qualification or a comprehensive Foreign Qualification Report;; Important Admission Information; All postgraduate applications are subject to School and University admission processes.; Admission is based on academic performance in the prior qu

ZAR 67,278 a year (2026). 2026 tuition for Full-Time Year 1 per UMP 2026 Fees Handbook (fixed amount); excludes accommodation, application fee and other administrative fees (Full-Time Year 1) Source

Main intake: February; first-year lectures started on 09 February 2026 with registration in January. Second semester registration runs 20 July to 31 July 2026. Master's and doctoral postgraduate orientation was held 04 to 08 May 2026.

Applications for master's programmes for 2027 close on 30 January 2027.

Applications for 2027 admission open on 01 June 2026. The non-refundable application fee is R200 for South African applicants, R400 for SADC applicants and R550 for other international applicants.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ump.ac.za/apply

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