Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Studies

Master’s degree

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0173_105_N118

Master of Science in Geography and Environmental Studies focuses on the study and resolution of human-environmental problems and environmental phenomena from a spatial perspective. You may do the thesis research on a full-time or part-time basis. The research topic is developed and approved by the Department.

Kontakbesonderhede

Prof A van Niekerk

Programme Leader

[email protected]

Doen aansoek

Besoek programwebwerf

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

• An appropriate honours degree with Geography and Environmental Studies or an appropriate discipline as major.
• An average final mark of 60% for the BScHons degree.

Supporting application documents

Evidence of written academic work
A sample of your best written work (e.g., abstract of a research component completed during your honours studies/ or published journal article).

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Evidence of work / Copy of thesis / Summary of research

Motivational letter
One-page document explaining what factors are motivating you to apply for the specific programme(s) and describing what makes you a suitable candidate.

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Motivational letter / Essay

Statement of research interest / Outline
This is a brief summary of the master's research proposal (1-3 pages in length) which outlines your area of research, aims of the research project and the research methodology you plan to use.

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Research project / Outline / Proposal

Programstruktuur

Compulsory Module
Subject number | Module code | Credits | Module Name | Semester

49913 828 180 Thesis Geography and Environmental Studies Both

Last updated 23 April 2026

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