MSc (Forestry and Natural Resource Science)

Master’s degree

ID:

0622_100_B101

The Master of Science in Forest and Natural Resources Science consists of a 100% research component (180 credits) but you could, in consultation with your supervisor, be requested to follow additional modules, including Biometry 821 (Biometrical Applications).

Kontakbesonderhede

Prof B Talbot

Programme Coordinator

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+27 21 808 3293

Doen aansoek

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Programoorsig

Duur

Two years

Kampus

Stellenbosch

Type

Full thesis

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When applying for a postgraduate programme, some may require you to upload additional supporting documents beyond completing the standard application form online. Where such documents are required, more information will appear under the section below titled “Supporting Application Documents.”

Please note that selection for postgraduate programmes is highly competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Research Master’s and PhD applicants are strongly advised to consult the relevant department before applying to discuss their proposed research topic and confirm the availability of a suitable supervisor.

Minimum toelatingsvereistes

The four-year BScFor degree, the postgraduate diploma in Forestry and Wood Sciences, an applicable honours degree, as well as other qualifications that Senate has approved for this purpose.
A minimum final mark of 60% in all modules or in the major module that is applicable to the postgraduate field of study. The Department can decide to deviate from this requirement.

Programstruktuur

Compulsory Modules
11290: Forest Science
818(180): Master’s thesis

Assessment and Examination
After completion of the research, you must submit a thesis to the satisfaction of the examiners and present a seminar. You will be expected to defend your thesis during this seminar.

Last updated 01 April 2026

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