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AgriSciences

47 programmes

Bachelor of Agriculture Honours in Agri-business Management

The Bachelor of Agriculture Honours in Agri-business Management is designed to equip prospective expert agricultural managers and agricultural economists with high level skills in the use of agricultural economics and agricultural management techniques, including the analysis of the limitations and potential of the agricultural sector. After the successful completion of the programme you will be able to analyse more complex problem situations and to create more sophisticated farming or agribusiness systems and/or make sophisticated agricultural policy recommendations. This expertise is necessary in order to ensure the international competitiveness of South African agriculture and related industries, and also to enable South Africa to play its rightful role in the agricultural sector in Africa. Agricultural Economics forms the central component of the programme. The programme focuses on the management of agriculture-related enterprises.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Plant Physiology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Plant Physiology is designed to strengthen your knowledge and competencies in the discipline of Horticultural Science, with emphasis on plant physiological, biochemical and molecular mechanisms, which is relevant to production and quality systems within horticultural crops. You will also be equipped in research methodology, whilst your writing and presentation skills will also be developed. These skills will enable you to apply for further postgraduate studies offered in Horticulture (MScAgric).

Bachelor of Science Honours in Plant Pathology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Plant Pathology consists of further specialised study in Plant Pathology. The modules and study tasks add greater depth of learning, building further on a bachelor’s programme with Microbiology, Genetics, Botany or Biotechnology as major subject. The programme is research and career oriented and is based on modern technology and the most recently available research in Plant Pathology. It links up with research projects carried out in the Department.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Wine Biotechnology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Wine Biotechnology consists of further study in one of the majors for the degree BScAgric, BSc or BEng; supplementary study is sometimes required. The modules and study assignments add depth to the study and form a continuation of the bachelor’s programme. The programme is research and career-oriented and is based on modern technology and the most recently available research in the field of wine production systems. The programme comprises formal lectures, as well as seminars, self-study and experimental work in Wine Biotechnology. The following topics are covered: • genetic properties and improvement of wine yeasts; • grape-based beverages; • alcoholic fermentation; • chemical compounds of grapes and wine; • techniques in wine and grapevine biotechnology; • malolactic fermentation and microbial spoilage; • enzymes in preparation of wine; • grapevine structure and functions; and • grapevine biology, biotechnology and improvement. You must carry out self-study on the South African wine industry as well as independent research in grapevine and wine biotechnology.

Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics

The Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Economics focuses strongly on research and is designed to develop high-level skills in the use of Agricultural Economic and Agricultural Management techniques, including the analysis of the limitations and potential of the agricultural sector, in students who wish to become agricultural economists or management experts in the private or public sector. This expertise is necessary to ensure the international competitiveness of South African agricultural and related industries, and to enable South Africa to play its rightful role in the development of the agricultural sector in Africa. See section 2.4 in this chapter for general information on the PhD degree in the Faculty of AgriSciences.

Doctor of Philosophy in Agronomy

The Doctor of Philosophy in Agronomy is a practically oriented research project in Agronomy, leading to innovation or problem-solving through high-level research in Agronomy and in the industry concerned. This will equip you at the highest academic level with the knowledge and expertise you need for entering the research industry or professional field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science

The Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science focuses strongly on research and aims to discover new insights and knowledge in the field of Animal Production Systems. This knowledge increases your general intellectual and professional skills and promotes your adaptability to carry out advanced research in a specific field of study that links up with other fields of study. The programme will equip you at the highest academic level for entering the research industry or professional field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology is offered as a multidisciplinary programme within the Faculties of AgriSciences, Medicine and Health Sciences, and Science. You enrol in the faculty where your research focus and supervisor(s) are situated, and will graduate with the degree from that faculty. A publication-ready dissertation containing the results of your independent research is required.

Doctor of Philosophy in Conservation Ecology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Conservation Ecology is a practically oriented research project in Conservation Ecology, leading to innovation or problem-solving through high-level research in Conservation Ecology and in the industry concerned. This will equip you at the highest academic level with the knowledge and expertise you need for entering the research industry or professional field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Entomology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Entomologyis a practically oriented research project in Entomology, leading to innovation or problem-solving through high-level research in Entomology and in the industry concerned. This will equip you at the highest academic level with the knowledge and expertise you need for entering the research industry or professional field.

Arts and Social Sciences

128 programmes

Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Languages

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Languages focuses on the development of a reflective language view of the African languages through the study of literature and/or linguistics. Four specialisation fields or streams are offered in the programme: • Language teaching; • Communication; • Literature; and • Linguistics. The programme is presented by means of 2 lectures and 1 seminar per week.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Afrikaans and Dutch

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Afrikaans and Dutch consists of a compulsory research assignment and six electives chosen from a variety of modules. You choose six modules in linguistics or literature in order to prepare yourself for a career in teaching Afrikaans, a career requiring advanced knowledge of Afrikaans language studies, or a career requiring advance knowledge of Afrikaans and/or Dutch literature. Not all modules are necessarily available for selection in all years. This programme is presented in lecture format.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Ancient Cultures

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Ancient Cultures follows on a bachelor's degree with Ancient Cultures, Ancient History or one of the ancient languages as a major. Themes: Ancient literature, art, mythology, religion, philosophy of life, political thought, daily life and reception of antiquity. The programme is focused on deepening the knowledge of ancient cultures and developing research capacities.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Ancient Languages

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Ancient Languages consists of coursework and an assignment that broadens your knowledge of one of the ancient languages, namely Biblical Hebrew, Greek or Latin. Specialisation is possible in: Biblical Hebrew or New Testament Greek linguistics; Bible translation; New Testament Greek literature; Classical Greek literature; and Latin literature

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Chinese

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Chinese is a one-year programme presented in Chinese and designed to deepen students' knowledge of Chinese language and culture. In order to achieve the goal, the programme requires that students spend one semester at Renmin University in Beijing, China. Bursaries and scholarships are made available by the Chinese Government for further studies in China.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Drama and Theatre Studies programme takes one year to complete and consists of both theoretical and practical components. We offer the following 9 fields of specialisation that give you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge and practice within a chosen field. Only one may be finally chosen. Please note that the final options being offered can be influenced by the number of students who apply for the different specialisations: Acting (stage) Applied Theatre Physical Theatre Creative Writing Directing Theatre Studies Voice and Speech Cabaret Puppetry

Bachelor of Arts Honours in English Studies

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in English Studies programme consists of eight taught elective seminars spread over the first three terms and one long research essay spread across the year and completed in the class-free fourth term. Each taught component meets for a weekly two-hour seminar over six weeks. These courses cover a wide range of texts and topics related to the Department's research foci.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in French

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in French coursework programme is presented in French and is designed to diversify and to deepen students' knowledge of French literature and to further the acquisition of relevant research methodology. Themes include myth and modernity, literature and society, gender and film studies. An introductory module in translation equips students to use French as a professional tool whereas regular seminars develop a variety of competencies, such as stylistics and phonetics. Bursaries are made available by the French Government for further studies and/or training in France.

Bachelor of Arts Honours in General Linguistics

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in General Linguistics BAHons and MA teachers, lecturers and other educators, speech-language therapists, translators, interpreters, language advisors, editors and other media specialists with the opportunity to benefit intellectually and professionally from the scientific study of language and language-related phenomena. Students can choose from several specialisation areas, including: The structure of language The use of language Critical discourse analysis Sociolinguistics Intercultural communication Second language acquisition Child language acquisition and language impairment Sign language linguistics The programme contain a compulsory research assignment .

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Geography and Environmental Studies

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Geography and Environmental Studies programme focuses on GIS, urban or tourism analysis, disaster/risk management, and a research application. It is a taught programme offered in English in blocks on campus for one year full-time.

School for Data Science and Computational Thinking

12 programmes

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Mathematical Statistics: Focal Area in Data Science

The Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Mathematical Statistics: Focal Area in Data Science program is presented jointly by the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science and the Department of Computer Science. Consequently students have to be admitted to postgraduate study by both these departments. A bachelor’s degree with an average mark of at least 65% in Mathematical Statistics 3 is required, together with a satisfactory mark of at least 65% in Computer Science up to at least second year level.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology aims to meet the growing demand from molecular biology, systems biology, bioinformatics, ecology, and biomedical science for students and researchers with solid mathematical skills. The course aims to train mathematicians to formulate and analyse precise models for experimental data arising from real-life research problems within the fields of biology and medicine.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science has been designed to prepare students for either MSc studies or careers in industry, the programme emphasises problem-solving, critical thinking, and the ability to work independently. Through a balance of core Computer Science theory and up-to-date application-focused coursework, students develop in-demand technical skills and practical experience, culminating in a significant project that demonstrates their ability to design, implement, and evaluate complex computing solutions.

Doctor of Philosophy in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology is a research-intensive programme comprising an independent research project and dissertation under academic supervision, aimed at making an original contribution to the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology is an advanced research degree centred on the completion of a doctoral dissertation. The programme involves independent research conducted under the supervision of an experienced academic, focusing on a specialised topic. You will develop and apply advanced research methodologies, critically engage with current scientific literature, and generate new knowledge that contributes to the field.

Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering: Focal Area in Data Science

Full Time The Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering: Focal Area in Data Science by coursework employs innovative approaches and algorithms, most notably machine learning algorithms, for processing and analysing data. Data Science technologies can be applied to both small and big data, of various types such as relational, images, video, audio, and text. Big data constitutes extremely large data sets that may be analysed computationally to reveal patterns, trends and associations, especially relating to human behaviour and interactions. The data science programmes focus on enabling students to develop innovative optimisation and machine learning techniques to produce novel, efficient and robust data science technologies, for use in Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management and related applications.

Master of Science in Biostatistics

The objectives of the Master of Science in Biostatistics programme are to: • develop highly qualified and skilled biostatisticians with the technical competence to contribute significantly to addressing the public health problems and challenges of their communities; • prepare you, if you are aspiring to move to a higher level of academic research work, for doctoral studies and to promote an approach based on academic integrity and professional ethics; • contribute to the pool of academics and professionals with the competence and critical intellectual abilities to ensure advancement in the field of biostatistics and to fulfil the need in the country for a skilled scientific workforce of the highest calibre; • prepare you to apply principles of statistical reasoning in addressing critical questions in public health and biomedical science; and • educate and train you to be an independent thinker and lead the data management and statistical analyses of research studies to advance knowledge and guide policy.

Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology

Clinical Epidemiology is the science of applying the best available research evidence to patient care. It uses the methods of epidemiology to find scientifically valid answers to questions concerning diagnosis, prevention, therapy, prognosis and aetiology, thus improving the evidence base for the care of individual patients. The Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology offers rigorous methodological training for those with a background or experience in a health related discipline who wish to pursue a career in clinical research or evidence-based practice. The programme would also be of interest to potential researchers who require robust training in research techniques, including advanced concepts and methods of epidemiology.

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.

Master of Science in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

Full Time The Master of Science in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence s a one-year structured master’s programme at Stellenbosch University, designed for students with a strong mathematical and computational background. It will equip you with the fundamentals of ML and AI, plus a suite of sophisticated techniques and concepts at the research forefront of these fields. The programme is presented in-person on Stellenbosch campus, from January to December each year.

Economic and Management Sciences

76 programmes

Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting

The Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting cultivates the capabilities to showcase expertise, generate new knowledge, and actively contribute to scholarly discussions on theories of knowledge and the processes of knowledge production within the accounting disciplines.

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Management

The Doctor of Philosophy in Business Management is offered full-time or part-time. Students complete a scientific thesis about any approved topic in Business Management. The minimum requirement for an application to be considered is a Master's degree in Business Management awarded by a university.

Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

The Doctor of Philosophy in Economics is the highest qualification offered by the Department of Economics by way of a dissertation.

Doctor of Philosophy in HIV/AIDS Management

The Doctor of Philosophy in HIV/AIDS Management bears the full credit load of the programme. Non-credit-bearing short courses will be offered from time to time to support student development. These short courses are presented by international and local experts, in the areas of sustainability, transdisciplinary epistemology, methodology and methods, social-ecological systems, resilience and complexity theory.

Doctor of Philosophy in Human Resource Management

The Doctor of Philosophy in Human Resource Management entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Applicants should be in possession of a Master's degree in Industrial Psychology or in Human Resource Management, with a final mark of at least 65% to apply.

Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Psychology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Psychology entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Applicants should be in possession of a master's degree in Industrial Psychology or in Human Resource Management, with a final mark of at least 65%.

Doctor of Philosophy in Logistics

The Doctor of Philosophy in Logistics entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Non-credit-bearing short courses will be offered from time to time to support student development. These short courses are presented by international and local experts, in the areas of sustainability, transdisciplinary epistemology, methodology and methods, social-ecological systems, resilience and complexity theory.

Doctor of Philosophy in Logistics Management

The dissertation for the Doctor of Philosophy in Logistics Management entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Non-credit-bearing short courses will be offered from time to time to support student development. These short courses are presented by international and local experts, in the areas of sustainability, transdisciplinary epistemology, methodology and methods, social-ecological systems, resilience and complexity theory.

Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematical Statistics

The Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematical Statistics entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Non-credit-bearing short courses will be offered from time to time to support student development. These short courses are presented by international and local experts, in the areas of sustainability, transdisciplinary epistemology, methodology and methods, social-ecological systems, resilience and complexity theory.

Doctor of Philosophy in Operations Research

The Doctor of Philosophy in Operations Research entails independent research conducted under a supervisor and culminates in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field. Non-credit-bearing short courses will be offered from time to time to support student development. These short courses are presented by international and local experts, in the areas of sustainability, transdisciplinary epistemology, methodology and methods, social-ecological systems, resilience and complexity theory.

Education

24 programmes

MPhil (Education and Training for Lifelong Learning)

The Master of Philosophy in Education and Training for Lifelong Learning equips you with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be able to function effectively in adult and/or community education and training institutions as a lecturer, learning facilitator or adult-education professional. The secondary aim is to equip you with the research skills to do further advanced study at doctoral level and to be able to undertake research in the field of adult-education studies. This aim includes the capacity to function as a researcher in your professional context.

MPhil (Higher Education)

The Master of Philosophy in Higher Education Studies equips you with the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be able to function effectively in higher education institutions as a lecturer, learning facilitator or higher education professional. The programme also equips you with the research skills to do further advanced study at doctoral level and to be able to undertake research in the field of higher education. This aim includes the capacity to function as a researcher in your professional context.

PGDip (Higher Education)(Teaching and Learning)

The Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education in Teaching and Learning is designed to develop and strengthen your knowledge, as a lecturer or learning facilitator, of teaching and learning in higher education, and to enable you to reflect and develop on an advanced level. The programme offers a systematic survey of current thinking, practice and research methods in teaching and learning in higher education. The programme is offered through a blended environment: block contact sessions combined with online activities.

PhD (Curriculum Studies)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum Studies programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Education and Training for Lifelong Learning)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Education and Training for Lifelong Learning programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Education Management)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Education Management programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Education Policy Studies)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Education Policy Studies programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Educational Psychology)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Psychology programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Educational Support)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Support programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

PhD (Environmental Education)

The Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Education programme aims to: • give you opportunities to carry out high-level research as an education student, • build your research capacity, and • help you to make an original and relevant contribution to scientific knowledge through independent research.

Engineering

89 programmes

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Port and Coastal Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Port and Coastal Engineering by coursework focuses on research in water resources development and management, including yield analysis, low-flow and flood hydrology, river hydraulics, and the design of hydraulic structures such as dams, tunnels, and pump stations. It also covers water services, water quality and treatment, as well as coastal and port engineering. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Port and Coastal Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Port and Coastal Engineering by full thesis focuses on research in water resources development and management, including yield analysis, low-flow and flood hydrology, river hydraulics, and the design of hydraulic structures such as dams, tunnels, and pump stations. It also covers water services, water quality and treatment, as well as coastal and port engineering. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering

Full Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering by full thesis is the branch of Civil Engineering that deals with large, modern buildings, bridges and other similar structures and infrastructure. All aspects of structural engineering are provided for within this programme including structural analysis and computational mechanics, concrete and steel structures, building materials with special reference to concrete technology and masonry. Facilities are available for the experimental and numerical examination of materials and structures. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Digital construction and 3D printing of concrete structures. • Life cycle optimisation and risk informed decision making. • Health monitoring of existing structures. • Reliability modelling and calibration of structural design codes of practice. • Development of advanced cement-based materials and new products. • Structural dynamics and seismic behaviour of structures. • Advanced construction materials technology, including fibre and textile reinforced concrete and nanotechnology. • Alternative and more sustainable building materials. • Early age properties of concrete. • Durability of cement-based materials.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering

Full Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering by coursework is the branch of Civil Engineering that deals with large, modern buildings, bridges and other similar structures and infrastructure. All aspects of structural engineering are provided for within this programme including structural analysis and computational mechanics, concrete and steel structures, building materials with special reference to concrete technology and masonry. Facilities are available for the experimental and numerical examination of materials and structures. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Digital construction and 3D printing of concrete structures. • Life cycle optimisation and risk informed decision making. • Health monitoring of existing structures. • Reliability modelling and calibration of structural design codes of practice. • Development of advanced cement-based materials and new products. • Structural dynamics and seismic behaviour of structures. • Advanced construction materials technology, including fibre and textile reinforced concrete and nanotechnology. • Alternative and more sustainable building materials. • Early age properties of concrete. • Durability of cement-based materials.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering by full thesis is the branch of Civil Engineering that deals with large, modern buildings, bridges and other similar structures and infrastructure. All aspects of structural engineering are provided for within this programme including structural analysis and computational mechanics, concrete and steel structures, building materials with special reference to concrete technology and masonry. Facilities are available for the experimental and numerical examination of materials and structures. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Digital construction and 3D printing of concrete structures. • Life cycle optimisation and risk informed decision making. • Health monitoring of existing structures. • Reliability modelling and calibration of structural design codes of practice. • Development of advanced cement-based materials and new products. • Structural dynamics and seismic behaviour of structures. • Advanced construction materials technology, including fibre and textile reinforced concrete and nanotechnology. • Alternative and more sustainable building materials. • Early age properties of concrete. • Durability of cement-based materials. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Structural Engineering by coursework is the branch of Civil Engineering that deals with large, modern buildings, bridges and other similar structures and infrastructure. All aspects of structural engineering are provided for within this programme including structural analysis and computational mechanics, concrete and steel structures, building materials with special reference to concrete technology and masonry. Facilities are available for the experimental and numerical examination of materials and structures. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Digital construction and 3D printing of concrete structures. • Life cycle optimisation and risk informed decision making. • Health monitoring of existing structures. • Reliability modelling and calibration of structural design codes of practice. • Development of advanced cement-based materials and new products. • Structural dynamics and seismic behaviour of structures. • Advanced construction materials technology, including fibre and textile reinforced concrete and nanotechnology. • Alternative and more sustainable building materials. • Early age properties of concrete. • Durability of cement-based materials. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering

Full Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering by full thesis focuses on the application of science and technology to the safe, efficient and sustainable movement of people and goods. Within the Department of Civil Engineering the main focus is on ground-based transportation, including road and rail-based transport. The Transportation programme is designed to immerse students in a wide range of transportation related subjects, including policy development, transportation planning, geometric design, traffic monitoring and management, and transportation safety. Specialist areas of note are Traffic and Transportation Engineering – including Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) – Public Transport, and Traffic Safety Engineering. Research projects in Transportation Engineering are fairly wideranging, given the scope of the field. Research topics are typically developed by the individual students, though occasionally topics may be developed by staff members as part of externally funded research projects. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Road safety, notably to understand or mitigate road safety challenges within South Africa. • Intelligent Transport Systems, including the development of technologies to manage traffic behaviour. • Traffic Engineering, including issues related to traffic flow, travel demand, urban growth and geometric design. • Transportation planning and public transport, considering the sustainable movement of people by various transport modes, including informal public transport. • Non-motorised transport (NMT), especially the challenges faced by NMT users in SA and to develop responses to promote safe NMT travel.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering

Full Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering by coursework focuses on the application of science and technology to the safe, efficient and sustainable movement of people and goods. Within the Department of Civil Engineering the main focus is on ground-based transportation, including road and rail-based transport. The Transportation programme is designed to immerse students in a wide range of transportation related subjects, including policy development, transportation planning, geometric design, traffic monitoring and management, and transportation safety. Specialist areas of note are Traffic and Transportation Engineering – including Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) – Public Transport, and Traffic Safety Engineering. Research projects in Transportation Engineering are fairly wideranging, given the scope of the field. Research topics are typically developed by the individual students, though occasionally topics may be developed by staff members as part of externally funded research projects. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Road safety, notably to understand or mitigate road safety challenges within South Africa. • Intelligent Transport Systems, including the development of technologies to manage traffic behaviour. • Traffic Engineering, including issues related to traffic flow, travel demand, urban growth and geometric design. • Transportation planning and public transport, considering the sustainable movement of people by various transport modes, including informal public transport. • Non-motorised transport (NMT), especially the challenges faced by NMT users in SA and to develop responses to promote safe NMT travel.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering by full thesis focuses on the application of science and technology to the safe, efficient and sustainable movement of people and goods. Within the Department of Civil Engineering the main focus is on ground-based transportation, including road and rail-based transport. The Transportation programme is designed to immerse students in a wide range of transportation related subjects, including policy development, transportation planning, geometric design, traffic monitoring and management, and transportation safety. Specialist areas of note are Traffic and Transportation Engineering – including Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) – Public Transport, and Traffic Safety Engineering. Research projects in Transportation Engineering are fairly wideranging, given the scope of the field. Research topics are typically developed by the individual students, though occasionally topics may be developed by staff members as part of externally funded research projects. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Road safety, notably to understand or mitigate road safety challenges within South Africa. • Intelligent Transport Systems, including the development of technologies to manage traffic behaviour. • Traffic Engineering, including issues related to traffic flow, travel demand, urban growth and geometric design. • Transportation planning and public transport, considering the sustainable movement of people by various transport modes, including informal public transport. • Non-motorised transport (NMT), especially the challenges faced by NMT users in SA and to develop responses to promote safe NMT travel. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering

Part Time The Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering: Focal Area in Transportation Engineering by coursework focuses on the application of science and technology to the safe, efficient and sustainable movement of people and goods. Within the Department of Civil Engineering the main focus is on ground-based transportation, including road and rail-based transport. The Transportation programme is designed to immerse students in a wide range of transportation related subjects, including policy development, transportation planning, geometric design, traffic monitoring and management, and transportation safety. Specialist areas of note are Traffic and Transportation Engineering – including Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) – Public Transport, and Traffic Safety Engineering. Research projects in Transportation Engineering are fairly wideranging, given the scope of the field. Research topics are typically developed by the individual students, though occasionally topics may be developed by staff members as part of externally funded research projects. The typical research themes for this programme are: • Road safety, notably to understand or mitigate road safety challenges within South Africa. • Intelligent Transport Systems, including the development of technologies to manage traffic behaviour. • Traffic Engineering, including issues related to traffic flow, travel demand, urban growth and geometric design. • Transportation planning and public transport, considering the sustainable movement of people by various transport modes, including informal public transport. • Non-motorised transport (NMT), especially the challenges faced by NMT users in SA and to develop responses to promote safe NMT travel. Note: If you want to enrol part time, you must obtain approval from the departmental chairperson of your prospective home department. To get this approval, you must show that you will be a bona fide part-time student. Follow your prospective home department’s procedures for submitting your application to study part time.

Law

15 programmes

Doctor of Laws in Mercantile Law

The Doctor of Laws in Mercantile Law requires a comprehensive dissertation in a chosen area of legal specialisation, contributing to the field at the highest academic level.

Doctor of Laws in Private Law

The Doctor of Laws in Private Law requires a comprehensive dissertation in a chosen area of legal specialisation, contributing to the field at the highest academic level.

Doctor of Laws in Public Law

The Doctor of Laws in Public Law requires a comprehensive dissertation in a chosen area of legal specialisation, contributing to the field at the highest academic level.

Master of Laws

The curriculum for the general Master of Laws by coursework is not formally organised by department, and there is no uniform set of prescribed modules. Instead, students are invited to compile a curriculum from modules offered by the Faculty. Selections must meet the formal degree requirements and are subject to approval by the Faculty Board. The timetable also restricts the options available to the student, which is inevitable. While the timetable leaves room for inter-disciplinary choices, it permits student specialisation by the selection of modules within the broad areas of either Private, Mercantile, or Public Law. Take note that the degree certificate for the general LLM by coursework does not reflect an area of specialisation. A research paper must be completed in addition to the modules.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 September (International applicants) and 30 October (South African applicants).</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 31 March for both South African and International applicants, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution

The Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution is a specialised LLM programme in Alternative Dispute Resolution.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 September (International applicants) and 30 October (South African applicants).</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 31 March for both South African and International applicants, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Laws in Intellectual Property Law

The Master of Laws in Intellectual Property Law is a specialised LLM programme in intellectual property law.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 September (International applicants) and 30 October (South African applicants).</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 31 March for both South African and International applicants, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Laws in International Trade Law

The Master of Laws in International Trade Law is a specialised LLM programme that focuses on international business transactions, commercial arbitration and carriage agreements.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 September (International applicants) and 30 October (South African applicants).</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 31 March for both South African and International applicants, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Laws in Labour Law

The Master of Laws in Labour Law is a specialised LLM programme in advanced labour law.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 September (International applicants) and 30 October (South African applicants).</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 31 March for both South African and International applicants, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Laws in Mercantile Law

The Master of Laws in Mercantile Law entails independent research on a chosen topic conducted under a supervisor.

Master of Laws in Private Law

The Master of Laws in Private Law entails independent research on a chosen topic conducted under a supervisor.

Medicine and Health Sciences

189 programmes

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Toxicology

The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Toxicology aims to train you, as an appropriately qualified scientist, in the field of medical toxicology. The curriculum covers the most important areas of medical toxicology and will help broaden your knowledge as a healthcare professional. After completing the course, you will: • have the practical skills to diagnose and manage patients exposed to poisonous chemicals; • be able to work in medical facilities where you can assist in managing poisoned patients; and • be able to advise other healthcare professionals on the diagnosis and management of poisoned patients.

Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

The Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing aims to develop you into a critically thinking, creative and reflective practitioner who not only takes the lead in providing mental healthcare, but also serves as a resource on mental health services in South Africa. It will equip you with an in-depth knowledge and therapeutic skills to diagnose, treat, care for and manage individuals with mental disorders at a primary, secondary and tertiary care level. A particular focus will be the skill to consult and liaise with patients. The programme will also help you understand the context and dynamics of our health services system, and how this affects health services delivery.

Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery

The Postgraduate Diploma in Midwifery will strengthen and build your midwifery knowledge and skills. You will learn how to critically reflect on the current thinking, practices and research methods in your field, and use this to improve women’s health. The programme involves intense theoretical study, sound clinical decision-making and independent thinking, as well as applying knowledge to various contexts while providing professional competent midwifery care.

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education

Full Time The Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education will expose you to the specialist area of nursing education and equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to be an effective nursing educator in your chosen specialist area. It will train you, as a professional registered nurse, to teach other nurses. As a nursing educator, you will require specific skills and competencies (teaching activities), which you will obtain by learning through experience.

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education

Part Time The Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education will expose you to the specialist area of nursing education and equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to be an effective nursing educator in your chosen specialist area. It will train you, as a professional registered nurse, to teach other nurses. As a nursing educator, you will require specific skills and competencies (teaching activities), which you will obtain by learning through experience.

Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine

The Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Medicine aims to equip you as a medical practitioner with knowledge and skills of appropriate breadth and depth in occupational health so that you can comply with the legal requirements for practicing occupational health in South Africa. At the end of the programme, you will be able to effectively plan, implement and manage occupational health services, and effectively manage patients with an occupational health-related disease and/or injury within the multidisciplinary team.

Postgraduate Diploma in Perioperative Nursing

The Postgraduate Diploma in Perioperative Nursing aims to equip you as a professional nurse to provide safe perioperative nursing that complies with the legal and ethics requirement in South Africa. It will teach you to combine clinical and nonclinical aspects in planning and implementing personalised perioperative patient care, working alongside other disciplines.

Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Care Nursing

The Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Care Nursing will equip you to work as a specialist practitioner alongside other team members in primary care to provide comprehensive clinical care. It will help you understand and critically assess the principles, theories and key issues and debates in primary healthcare. In addition, you will learn how to apply specialist knowledge and skills in providing advanced clinical care to individuals of all ages, as well as to families in a primary care environment.

Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Medicine

The Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Medicine is intended to provide clinicians wishing to work in rural district hospitals in South Africa and elsewhere in Africa with the necessary knowledge, skills and approaches for practice in these contexts. After completing the programme, you will have the clinical skills to manage a range of patients at a rural district hospital with limited specialist support, be able to work with the local healthcare team and contribute to effective healthcare delivery systems, understand appropriate public health interventions, participate in community-oriented primary healthcare and use reflective practice to enable continuous development as a rural health practitioner. This postgraduate diploma programme is presented by the Division of Rural Health (Ukwanda) in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences of Stellenbosch University.

Military Sciences

28 programmes

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Defence Organisation and Resource Management

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Defence Organisation and Resource Management is designed to develop advanced analytical, managerial, and strategic competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme focuses on the effective management of defence organisations and resources, equipping students with the skills required for informed decision-making and efficient resource utilisation within complex military environments.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Industrial Psychology

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Industrial Psychology is designed to strengthen the professional, analytical, and strategic competencies of commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme offers a rigorous academic foundation through specialised study, equipping students with advanced critical reasoning, informed decision-making abilities, and skills relevant to complex military and organisational contexts.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military Geography

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military Geography is designed to develop advanced analytical and strategic competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme provides specialised knowledge in geographic analysis to support military planning, decision-making, and operations in complex environments.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military History

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military History is designed to develop advanced analytical, research, and critical thinking skills in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme provides in-depth engagement with military history, with a particular emphasis on Africa, enabling students to critically interpret historical events and apply these insights to contemporary military contexts.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military Management

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Military Management is designed to develop advanced managerial, analytical, and strategic competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme equips students with specialised knowledge in organisational and resource management, enabling effective planning, coordination, and decision-making within complex military environments.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Public and Development Management

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Public and Development Management is designed to develop advanced analytical, managerial, and policy-oriented competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme equips students with specialised knowledge in public management, development processes, and civil-military relations, enabling effective governance, planning, and decision-making within complex institutional and societal contexts.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Security and Africa Studies

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Security and Africa Studies is designed to develop advanced analytical, strategic, and contextual competencies in commissioned and selected non commissioned officers. The programme provides specialised knowledge in international relations, security dynamics, and Africa-focused political and military contexts, enabling informed decision-making within complex international environments.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Strategic Studies

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Strategic Studiesis designed to develop advanced analytical, strategic, and critical thinking competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme provides specialised knowledge in national security, contemporary conflict, and defence policy, enabling informed decision-making in complex and evolving military environments.

Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Technology

The Bachelor of Military Science Honours in Technology is designed to develop advanced analytical, technical, and research competencies in commissioned and selected non-commissioned officers. The programme provides specialised knowledge in military-related technological, scientific, and computational fields, enabling informed decision-making and problem-solving in complex operational and defence environments.

Doctor of Philosophy in Military Geography

Full Time The Doctor of Philosophy in Military Geography is a research-intensive programme comprising an independent research project and dissertation under academic supervision, aimed at making an original contribution to the field.

Science

59 programmes

Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics provides a broadening of the fundamental mathematical basis developed in the undergraduate mathematics programme.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Microbiology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Microbiology is an integrated one-year programme which includes a research project and acquiring skills in the techniques and theory of molecular biology.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Laser Physics

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Laser Physics is designed to deepen your advanced physics training. The programme includes structured honours-level modules and culminates in a substantial Physics Project.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Nuclear Physics

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Nuclear Physics is designed to deepen your advanced physics training. The programme includes structured honours-level modules and culminates in a substantial Physics Project.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Radiation and Health Physics

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Radiation Physics is designed to deepen your advanced physics training. The programme includes structured honours-level modules and culminates in a substantial Physics Project.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Theoretical Physics

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Theoretical Physics is designed to deepen your advanced physics training. The programme includes structured honours-level modules and culminates in a substantial Physics Project.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physiological Sciences

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Physiological Sciences focuses on advanced training in physiology, pathophysiology, metabolism and research methodologies. Students complete a research project and elective modules tailored to their academic interests.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Plantbiotechnology

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Plantbiotechnology introduces you to advanced concepts and skills in Plant Biotechnology needed for a career as a plant biotechnologist or a researcher.

Bachelor of Science Honours in Polymer Science

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Polymer Science provides in-depth training in the chemistry, analysis, and application of polymeric materials. The curriculum combines intensive coursework, practical laboratory training, and a supervised research project, equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in modern polymer science.

Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics

The Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics is a research-intensive programme comprising an independent research project and dissertation under academic supervision, aimed at making an original contribution to the field.

Theology

30 programmes

Doctor of Philosophy in Missiology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Missiology is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament

The Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Old Testament

The Doctor of Philosophy in Old Testament is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Theology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Theology is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Doctor of Philosophy in Systematic Theology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Systematic Theology is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Doctor of Theology: Focal Area in Church History and Church Polity

The Doctor of Theology: Focal Area in Church History and Church Polity is a research-intensive doctoral programme that entails the undertaking of an independent, supervised research project culminating in a dissertation that makes an original and significant contribution to the field.

Master of Divinity

The Master of Divinity by coursework is a structured, practice-oriented programme that integrates theological knowledge with ministerial formation and research development. The curriculum is presented through a block teaching approach, allowing for the integration of multiple theological disciplines across three core themes: pathos (church in society), logos (church identity in Scripture, history, and tradition), and ethos (discipleship, spirituality, and ministry practice).

Master of Philosophy in Religion and Culture

The Master of Philosophy in Religion and Culture by coursework is an interdisciplinary postgraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Theology at Stellenbosch University in collaboration with Humboldt University in Berlin. The programme explores the dynamic relationship between religion and contemporary cultural, social, and political contexts, equipping students with advanced analytical and research skills.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 October for both South African and International applicants.</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 30 March, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Theology in Missiology

Master of Theology in Missiology by full thesis provides advanced theological training with a focus on mission, church engagement, and contemporary societal contexts. The programme is a research-focused involving independent study conducted under a supervisor.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 October for both South African and International applicants.</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 30 March, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>

Master of Theology in Missiology

The Master of Theology in Missiology by coursework provides advanced theological training with a focus on mission, church engagement, and contemporary societal contexts.There are two intakes for this programme: January and July.<ul><li>January intake: Applications close on 30 October for both South African and International applicants.</li><li>July intake: Applications close on 30 March, as indicated on this page.</li></ul>