BEYOND THE DEGREE: Your Postgraduate Journey at UWC
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Contents Faculty of Arts and Humanities...................................................................... 3 Faculty of Community and Health Sciences..................................... 5 Faculty of Dentistry..................................................................................................... 6 Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences ......................... 8 Faculty of Education .................................................................................................. 10 Faculty of Law ................................................................................................................... 11 Faculty of Natural Sciences................................................................................. 13 Continuing Education Courses.........................................................................15 International students ...............................................................................................17 Fees and financial aid................................................................................................ 19 Postgraduate accommodation ........................................................................ 19
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Postgraduate qualifications
BEYOND THE DEGREE
Faculty of Arts and Humanities Master’s Streams
PGDip (Language Practice) MA (Afrikaans and Nederlands) – thesis PGDip (Library and Information Studies) MA (Anthropology) – structured/thesis
Honours Streams (Part time and full time)
MA Arabic – Thesis only MA (English) – structured/thesis
(BA Hons) Afrikaans and Nederlands MA (Ethics) – structured/thesis (BA Hons) Anthropology (BA Hons) Arabic (BA Hons) English (BA Hons) Ethics (BA Hons) Geography and Environmental Science (BA Hons) German
MA (Library & Information Science) – structured MA French – Thesis only (Full-Time and Part-Time) MA (Geography and Environmental Science (thesis only) MA German – Thesis only (Full-Time and Part-Time)
(BA Hons) History (BA Hons) Linguistics (BA Hons) Philosophy (BA Hons) Theological Studies (BA Hons) Sociology (BA Hons) Women’s and Gender Studies (BA Hons) IsiXhosa (BA Hons) French (Full-Time only)
Faculty of Arts and Humanities Postgraduate enquiries: artspostgrad@uwc.ac.za
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PhD
Streams
Streams
MA (History) – structured/thesis
PhD (Afrikaans and Nederlands)
MA (Linguistics) – structured/thesis
PhD (Anthropology)
MA (Philosophy) – structured/thesis
PhD (Arabic)
MA Theological Studies – Structured only
PhD (English) PhD (Ethics)
MA Sociology – Thesis only PhD (French) MA (Women’s and Gender Studies) – structured/thesis
PhD (Geography)
MA IsiXhosa – Thesis only
PhD (German)
MA (Creative Writing)
PhD (History)
MA Library and Information Studies (Structured)
PhD (Library and Information Science)
MA History (Structured)
PhD (Linguistics)
MA Religion and Theology (Religious Studies) (Thesis) MA Religion and Theology (Structured and Thesis) MA Afrikaans (Structured, Part-Time only)
PhD (Philosophy) PhD (Religious Studies) PhD (Sociology) PhD (Theological Studies) PhD (Women’s and Gender Studies)
MA Anthropology (Structured, Full-Time only)
PhD (IsiXhosa)
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Master’s
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Postgraduate qualifications
Master’s
PGDip (Midwifery)
MSc (Occupational Therapy) - thesis
PGDip (Public Health)
MSc (Physiotherapy) - thesis
PGDip (Child and Family Studies)
MA (Sport Recreation and Exercise Science)
PGDip (Interprofessional Education in Health)
MA (Psychology) - thesis & structured
PGDip (Nursing Education)
(Master of Social Work) - thesis
PGDip (Health Services Management) – full time + part time
MA (Biokinetics)
PGDip (Primary Care Nursing) – full time + part time
MSc (Biokinetics)
Honours BA Hons (Sport Recreation and Exercise Science) BA Hons (Biokinetics)
MSc (Health Data Analytics) MSc (Nutrition) MPH (Nutrition)
BSc Hons (Biokinetics)
MA (Public Health Nutrition)
BA Hons (Psychology)
MA (Child and Family Studies) - thesis
PhD
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Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
M Nursing – thesis
Streams
(PhD) Child and Family Studies (PhD) Nursing (PhD) Occupational Therapy (PhD) Physiotherapy (PhD) Psychology (PhD) Public Health (PhD) Social Work (PhD) Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences General enquiries: chshelpdesk@uwc.ac.za
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Faculty of Dentistry * Programme may not be offered in 2027.
Postgraduate qualifications Streams
PGDip Aesthetic Dentistry*
PGDip Interceptive Orthodontics*
PGDip Endodontics
PGDip Maxillofacial Radiology*
PGDip Forensic Dentistry
PGDip Minor Oral Surgery*
PGDip Implantology*
PGDip Paediatric Dentistry*
Master of Science in Dentistry - structured or clinical programmes MSc Dental Public Health (structured with mini thesis)
MSc Oral Medicine (clinical with mini thesis)*
MSc Forensic Dentistry (clinical with mini thesis)
MSc Periodontology (clinical with mini thesis)*
MSc Maxillofacial Radiology (clinical with mini thesis)
MSc Paediatric Dentistry (clinical with mini thesis)*
Master of Science in Dentistry - thesis
Master of Science in Dentistry - specialist disciplines
MSc (Dental Public Health) - thesis
MChD (Community Dentistry)
MSc (Forensic Dentistry) - thesis
MChD (Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery)
MSc (Maxillofacial & Oral Surgery) - thesis
MChD (Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology)
MSc (Maxillofacial Radiology) - thesis
MChD (Oral Medicine and Periodontology)
MSc (Oral Medicine) - thesis
MChD (Orthodontics)
MSc (Oral Pathology) - thesis
MChD (Prosthodontics)
MSc (Paediatric Dentistry) - thesis MSc (Periodontology) - thesis MSc (Restorative Dentistry) - thesis
Faculty of Dentistry Postgraduate administrative: dentistry@uwc.ac.za
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PhD PhD (Dental Public Health) PhD (Forensic Dentistry) PhD (Maxillofacial Radiology) PhD (Oral Medicine) PhD (Oral Medicine and Periodontology) PhD (Oral Pathology)
PhD (Paediatric Dentistry) PhD (Restorative Dentistry) PhD (Orthodontics) PhD (Philosophy in Dentistry)
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Postgraduate qualifications PGDip (Accounting) PGDip (Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies)
Streams – Full time or part time
BA Hons (Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Studies) B (Bachelor of Development Studies Honours)
PGDip (Business Administration) PGDip (Computer Software and Media Application)
Public Administration Honours BCom Hons (Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Finance)
Honours Streams – Full time or part time
BCom Hons (Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology) BCom Hons (Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems)
Faculty of Economic & Management Sciences Postgraduate enquiries: ems-pg@uwc.ac.za
BCom Hons (Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Management) BEcon Hons (Bachelor of Economics Honours) B (Bachelor of Administration Honors)
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Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
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Streams
PhD Streams
MCom (Accounting) - thesis
PhD (Accounting)
MCom (Finance) - thesis
PhD (Development Studies)
MCom (Information Systems) - thesis
PhD (Economics)
MCom (Industrial Psychology) – structured/thesis
PhD (Information Systems)
MCom (Management) – thesis
PhD (Industrial Psychology)
MAdmin (Master of Administration) – thesis M (Master of Development Studies) – structured/thesis
PhD (Management)
MCom (Master of Commerce in Management) – structured MPhil (Master of Philosophy in Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies) – structured/ thesis MPA (Master of Public Administration)– structured MA (Master of Arts in Political Studies) – structured/thesis MEcon (Master of Economics) – thesis MCom (Master of Commerce) – structured/thesis
PhD (Political Studies) PhD (Public Administration) PhD (Philosophy in Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies) PhD (Finance)
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Master’s
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Postgraduate qualifications
PhD Streams
Postgraduate Certification in Education (PGCE) Postgraduate Diploma in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Studies
Honours Streams
BEd Hons (Educational Leadership) BEd Hons (Educational Studies) BEd Hons (Language and Literacy Studies)
D.Ed. Education Psychology - full thesis • Inclusive Education • Learning Support • Barriers to Learning • Specialised Education D.Ed. Educational Studies - full thesis • Education Leadership and Management • Educational Studies • Curriculum Studies D.Ed. (Adult Education) PhD (Higher Education Studies)
BEd Hons (Mathematics Education)
PhD (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)
BEd Hons (Science Education)
PhD (Language and Literacy Studies)
BEd Hons (Foundation Phase)
PhD (Mathematics Education)
Master’s Streams
MEd Education Psychology - full thesis • Inclusive Education • Learning Support • Barriers to Learning • Specialised Education MEd Educational Studies - full thesis • Education Leadership and Management • Educational Studies • Curriculum Studies MEd Adult Learning and Global Change thesis MEd Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Studies - thesis MEd Language and Literacy - thesis MEd Science Education - thesis MEd Mathematics Education - thesis
Faculty of EducationHonours enquiries: eduhonours@uwc.ac.za
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Faculty of Education
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Faculty of Law Postgraduate qualifications PGDip (Labour Law)
PGDip (Fintech Law and Regulation)
PGDip (Public Law)
PGDip (Environmental Law and Management) PGDip (Medical Law)
PGDip (Tax Law (FT)
PGDip (Transnational Criminal Justice)
Master’s Streams
Streams
LLM (Master of Constitutional Theory ) thesis/structured
MPhil (Constitutional Theory ) – thesis
LLM (Master of Laws in Comparative Labour Law) – thesis/structured
MPhil (Comparative Labour Law) – thesis
LLM (Master of Laws in Criminal Justice) – thesis/structured
MPhil (Criminal Justice) – thesis
LLM (Master of Laws in Environment Law) – thesis/structured LLM (Master of Laws in Human Rights Protection) – thesis/structured LLM (Master of Laws in Law, State and Multilevel Government) thesis/structured LLM (Master of Laws in Mercantile Law) – thesis/structured
MPhil (Environment Law) – thesis MPhil (Human Rights Protection) – thesis MPhil (Law, State and Multi-level Government) – thesis MPhil (Mercantile Law) – thesis
LLM (International Trade Law) LLM (Master of Laws in Legal Pluralism and Family Law) – thesis/structured
Faculty of Law Postgraduate enquiries: lawpostgradenq@uwc.ac.za
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Streams
Streams
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative Constitutional Theory)
LLD (Doctor of Laws in Comparative Constitutional Law)
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Law)
LLD (Doctor of Laws in Criminal Law)
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Environment Law) PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Human Rights Protection) PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative Labour Law)
LLD (Doctor of Laws in Environment Law) LLD (Doctor of Laws in Human Rights Protection) LLD (Doctor of Laws in Comparative Labour Law) LLD (Doctor of Laws in Mercantile Law)
PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Mercantile Law) PhD (Doctor of Philosophy in Law, State and Multi-level Government)
LLD (Doctor of Laws in Law, State and Multi-level Government)
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PhD
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Faculty of Natural Sciences Honours
BSc Hons (Biodiversity and Conservation Biology)
BSc Hons (Biotechnology)
BSc Hons (Chemistry)
BSc Hons (Applied Geology)
BSc Hons (Computer Science)
BSc Hons (Physical Science)
BSc Hons (Mathematics)
BSc Hons (Medical Bioscience)
BSc Hons (Statistical Science) BSc Hons (Population Studies) BSc Hons (Environmental and Water Science)
Faculty of Natural Science Postgraduate enquiries: science-postgrad@uwc.ac.za
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PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) Streams
MSc (Physical Science) PhD (Applied Geology) MSc (Environment and Water Science) MSc (Nanoscience)
PhD (Biodiversity and Conservation Biology)
MSc (Pharmaceutical Sciences)
PhD (Bioinformatics)
MSc (Biotechnology)
PhD (Biotechnology)
MSc (Medical Bioscience)
PhD (Chemistry)
MSc (Chemical Sciences)
PhD (Computer Science)
MSc (Biodiversity and Conservation Biology)
PhD (Environmental Science) PhD (Mathematics)
MSc (Statistical Science) PhD (Medical Bioscience) MSc (Computer Science) PhD (Population Studies) MSc (Mathematical Science) PhD (Pharmaceutical Sciences) MPharm (Master of Pharmacy) MClinical Pharmacy (Master of Clinical Pharmacy) MSc (Pharmacy Administration and Policy Regulation) MSc (Applied Geology) MSc (Bioinformatics) MPhil (Population Studies)
PhD (Physics) PhD (Statistics) DPharm (Doctor of Pharmacy)
BEYOND THE DEGREE
Master’s
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Please contact the relevant Faculty for more information Course code
Course name
Certificate type Faculty
P7CE0001
An eTools Kit for Entrepreneurs
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Foundations of Medical Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0004
Transmedia for the Creative Economy
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
P7CE0005
Introduction to Health Data Analytics
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
P7CE0006
Enhancing Teacher WellBeing
Certificate of Attendance
Faculty of Education
P7CE0007
Digital Technologies for SME business enablement
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0008
Constitutional Law and Nature
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0009
Digital Social Innovation for Impact
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0010
Living Landscapes: New Certificate of thinking on integrating Competence biodiversity and social justice
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0011
Sport, Culture, and development in the African context
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
P7CE0012
Hydrogen Technologies and Hydrogen Safety
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Natural Sciences
P7CE0013
Data Analysis for Legal Professionals
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0014
Advanced Management Development Programme
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0015
Emerging Management Development Programme
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0016
Preceptorship Training for Nurses
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
P7CE0017
Introduction to MultiPlatform Software Development
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Natural Sciences
P7CE0003
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Continuing Education Courses
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Certificate type Faculty
P7CE0018
Short Learning Programme in Labour Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0019
Introduction to Principles of Labour Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0020
Principles of Collective Labour Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0021
Principles of Individual Labour Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0022
Introduction to Labour Dispute Resolution
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0023
Principles of Employment Equity Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0024
Principles of Social Security Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
Basic Introduction to Law
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
Introduction to Legal Skills
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0025
The Political Economy of Land Governance in Africa
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0026
Entrepreneurship and Small, Medium Enterprise (SME) Growth Strategy
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
P7CE0027
African School on Decentralisation
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0028
Introduction to Mother Tongue Based Bilingual Education (MTBBE)
Certificate of Attendance
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0035
Climate Law and Governance Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Law
P7CE0036
Systems Leadership for Public Health Sector Managers
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
P7CE0046
Application of waterbased technologies to characterize groundwater in transboundary aquifer systems
P7CE0029 P7CE0030
P7CE0032
African Customary Law
Certificate of Competence Certificate of Competence
Faculty of Natural Sciences
Continuous Education Courses: info@pillar7uwc.ac.za.
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Course code
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International students
Applying for postgraduate studies at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) as an international student involves several specific requirements and procedures. Here’s a comprehensive guide to assist you:
Academic qualifications • Degree requirements: You must possess an undergraduate degree equivalent to a South African bachelor’s degree. Each programme may have specific criteria, such as a minimum average mark in your final year. It’s essential to review the specific requirements for your chosen programme
Evaluation of qualifications • SAQA evaluation: International applicants are required to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to determine equivalence to South African standards. It is important to start this process as early as possible. This evaluation is crucial for the recognition of your previous studies as well as for your admission. SAQA Application is done through this webpage: https:// authenticationservices.saqa.org.za/
Language proficiency • English proficiency: If English is not your first language, you may need to provide proof of English proficiency. While specific tests like TOEFL or IELTS are commonly accepted, it’s advisable to check the particular requirements of your chosen programme
Application process • Online application: Complete the UWC online application form and submit all required documents by the specified deadlines. For most postgraduate programmes, the application deadline is 30 September, while for the School of Government postgraduate degrees, it’s 30 August
International Student Services Office (ISSO): isso@uwc.ac.za
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Required documents: Certified copy of your identification document or passport Official academic transcripts or record of results Certified copies of degree certificates SAQA evaluation certificate Short curriculum vitae (CV) One-page letter of motivation Short research intention (for master’s and doctoral applicants)
you need a student visa!
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Remember:
Ensure all documents are certified copies and meet the specific requirements of your chosen programme Pre-registration clearance Upon acceptance, you must start the process of applying for your study visa. The supporting documents you will need from the university for this are: Acceptance letter and visa Letter of Undertaking which you can request through: https://form.jotform.com/221733674615054
You must complete the following clearances before registration: • Immigration clearance: Submit valid immigration documentation permitting study in South Africa (including medical aid cover for study visa holders) through: https://form.jotform.com/213263315163043 • Financial clearance: Request a pro-forma invoice of fees from studentaccounts@uwc.ac.za and make the required payment using the provided banking details. Email proof of payment to finance@uwc.ac.za with your student number, initials, and surname as reference • Upload proof of your SAQA evaluation certificate to your student/application portal
Additional considerations • Programme-specific requirements: Some programmes may have additional requirements, such as portfolios, interviews, or specific prerequisite courses. It’s essential to consult the specific faculty or department for detailed information • Deadlines: Adhere strictly to application and document submission deadlines to ensure your application is considered
By meticulously following these guidelines and preparing your application thoroughly, you enhance your chances of securing admission to UWC’s postgraduate programmes as an international student.
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Fees and financial aid The primary function of the Financial Aid Office is to award and manage bursaries and bursary loans according to agreed criteria. The mandate of the Financial Aid Office is aligned to the following institutional principles regarding financial support to students:
The Financial Aid Office strives to balance responsible stewardship of all financial aid funds with the creation of a student-centred culture. We are working to establish ourselves as a leader in financial aid services when measured against peer institutions, using technology to streamline financial aid processes and constantly looking forward to meeting challenges resulting from changes in funding rules. We seek to model campuswide communication and collaboration while respecting the needs, values, and diversity of our students, parents, and colleagues. For more information email us on finaid@uwc.ac.za
Postgraduate accommodation The University of the Western Cape (UWC) offers several accommodation options for postgraduate students. On/Off-campus residences: UWC provides on-campus housing specifically for postgraduate students. These residences offer convenient access to campus facilities and foster a community environment conducive to academic success. A newly renovated postgraduate lounge for residence students is available at t h e Reslife Building on campus. For detailed information on available residences, application procedures, and deadlines, please visit UWC’s official Residential Services accommodation page at uwc.ac.za. Application process: Residence applications are conducted exclusively online via the Residential Services Management System (SMS). Students can log in using their South African ID number, UWC student number, passport number, or application number. A step-by-step application guide is available to assist applicants. Kovacs Student Village: Located on UWC’s main campus, Kovacs Student Village offers modernised accommodation options for students. Benefits include proximity to campus amenities, reducing travel time and costs, and a supportive environment managed by an efficient support staff. Applications can be completed online through the Kovacs Student Village website: kovacsuwc.co.za.
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