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MSocSci in Development Studies at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This master's degree in development studies is conferred by virtue of a dissertation, within the Faculty of Humanities, the university's most diverse faculty.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

A dissertation-based research project in development studies.

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Entry requirements

Honours degree in Social Sciences or Development Studies (NQF level 8), or relevant honours degree (NQF level 8), with a weighted average of at least 65% (70%+ preferred). An admissions essay and/or entrance examination may be required; additional modules may be required.

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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