University of Venda campus

STEM

Master of Arts in Rural Development at University of Venda

University of Venda, South Africa

Programme overview

This 2 years Postgraduate programme develops advanced disciplinary knowledge, practical capability, research awareness and problem-solving skills in Arts in Rural Development. Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture; department: Institute for Rural Development.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture  |  Department: Institute for Rural Development  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

Career pathways

Research, specialist and leadership roles in the discipline; consulting and technical practice; preparation for doctoral study.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant honours or four-year qualification, normally with an average of at least 60%. Admission is subject to research fit, supervisor availability, departmental selection and University rules.

Online applications for 2027 open on 01 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. No application fee is payable for 2027 applications.

Applications are completed online; the University does not charge an application fee.

Explore more study programmes

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.