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MSc specialising in Zoology at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This MSc equips you with skills in zoology for a career in government, the private sector, or for PhD research, letting you develop expertise in a zoological field of your choice. The degree is conferred on a written dissertation reporting original research, and you must submit at least one manuscript from your research to a peer-reviewed journal before completion.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Zoology and Entomology  |  Duration: Minimum 1 year full-time (18 months full-time to dissertation submission is the norm)  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

You undertake a dissertation-based research project in a chosen field of zoological interest, mentored by academics in the Department of Zoology and Entomology, and produce at least one manuscript for peer-reviewed publication.

Career pathways

Careers in government or the private sector, or progression to PhD research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant Bachelor of Science Honours degree (NQF level 8), or relevant four-year bachelor's degree (NQF level 8), with a weighted average of at least 60% at honours or final-year level. Additional modules may be required.

Duration: Minimum 1 year full-time (18 months full-time to dissertation submission is the norm)

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