Master of Science in Epidemiology
The Master of Science in Epidemiology is a completely thesis-based master’s programme. It builds competency in epidemiology – the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations, and the application of the study to the control of health problems.
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Please note that selection for postgraduate programmes is highly competitive. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the programme.
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Specific admission requirements
• You must have one of the following qualifications at NQF level 8:
o an MBChB or equivalent degree;
o a four-year professional bachelor’s degree in a health-related or quantitative sciences discipline;
o a relevant BScHons degree of this University or another recognised university; or
o an equivalent qualification approved by Senate for this purpose, or you must have otherwise attained a standard of competence in your field of study deemed adequate for this purpose by Senate.
• You must also have:
o passed Mathematics at National Senior Certificate (NSC) level or equivalent;
o computer literacy, including the use of statistical software for data analysis; and
o fluency in written and spoken English. If you, as an international candidate, are from a non English speaking country, you must submit official documentary evidence with your application of your competence in English. This may include, among other things:
- the results of the IELTS test with a minimum IELTS score of 6,5;
- the results of the TOEFL test with a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based), preferably with a TWE score of 4,5; and/or proof and results of any English courses attended (e.g. English for Medical Students/Englisch für Mediziner).
• You must also submit a research concept note to the satisfaction of the Programme Committee.
Supporting application documents
Curriculum vitae (CV)
A document that outlines your educational level, employment history, description of work experience, especially that is relevant to your application to study and contact details of three referees.
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Curriculum vitae (CV)
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
Final school-leaving results
Certificate awarded upon completion of High School displaying the percentage or grade symbol awarded for each subject passed
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Final school-leaving results
Statement of research interest
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
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Programme content
You must complete preparatory modules at NQF level 9 on epidemiology, biostatistics and research proposal writing prior to the finalisation of your research protocol.
Thesis: Epidemiology 872(180)
Assessment and examination
• You must complete a thesis that is assessed according to University guidelines through a process of internal and external examination.
• The thesis counts 100% towards the final mark. You must pass the thesis with at least 50% to obtain the degree.