Master of Development Studies (Option A) at University of the Free State

Programme overview

The Master of Development Studies is an interdisciplinary programme presented by the Centre for Development Support with lecturers from different UFS departments and collaborating universities, preparing development managers and workers for the public, NGO and private sectors in Southern Africa.

Faculty: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences | Department: Centre for Development Support | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master of Development Studies: a recognised qualification with 120 credits at NQF level 8 or equivalent through Recognition of Prior Learning, satisfactory academic performance, and five years of work-related learning experience in the field of development. Applicants submit an application form, letters of recommendation, an essay on the most significant development challenges facing their region, a motivation, academic record and CV. An admission committee assesses prior learning against NQF level 8 descriptors; selection takes place at the end of the year and numbers depend on available places, staff and resources.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Master's applications in Economic and Management Sciences open on 1 April; local applicants close 30 September and international applicants close 31 August.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ufs.ac.za/prospective/study-at-ufs/apply

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