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MSc in Applied Science specialising in Geotechnics at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This MSc (Applied Science) is conferred by the same departments as the BScHons (Applied Science) and requires a minimum of 128 credits, made up of either a mini-dissertation (64 credits) plus coursework (64 credits), or a dissertation (128 credits). Admission requires a comprehensive CV, a research concept note, and evidence of supervision acceptance by a suitably qualified supervisor from the department. Closing dates for 2027 entry are 30 September 2026 (South Africa) and 31 August 2026 (international).

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Either a mini-dissertation (64 credits) combined with coursework (64 credits), or a dissertation (128 credits), totalling a minimum of 128 credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant Bachelor of Science Honours degree (NQF level 8) or equivalent, with a weighted average of at least 65%; a comprehensive CV and research concept note are required, along with evidence of supervision acceptance; an entrance/admission examination and additional work or modules may be required.

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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