UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO

POSTGRADUATE
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 Contents
Contact Details ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3-4

University of Limpopo’s Vision, Mission and Motto………………………………………… 5

How to apply online for postgraduate qualification………………………………………… 6

How to upload/view documents on I-Enabler- online facilities…………………………………… 7

University Bank Account Details ……………….…………………………………………………. 7

General Rules that apply for postgraduate admission…………………………………………… 8

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES………………………………………………………… 9-16

School of Health Care Sciences………………………………………………………………. 9-14

School of Medicine………………………………………………………………………………………... 15-16

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES………………………………………………………………… 17-30

School of Education ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 17-23

School of Languages & Communication Studies…………………………………………. 24-27

School of Social Sciences……………………………………………………………………. 28-30

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND LAW………………………………………………… 31-40

School of Accountancy………………………………………………………………………… 31-32

School of Economics & Management………………………………………………………… 33-36

School of Law…………………………………………………………………………………… 37-38

Turfloop Graduate School of Leadership……………………………………………………… 39-40

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE…………………………………………….. 41-55

School of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences…………………………………………….. 41-46

School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences……………………………………………. 46-49

School of Molecular & Life Sciences …………………………………………………………………. 50-51

School of Physical & Mineral Sciences…………………………………………………….. 52-55

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 CONTACT DETAILS

ENROLMENT MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

Call Centre: +27 (015) 268 3332
Email: enrolment@ul.ac.za
Website: www.ul.ac.za
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DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE REVENUE
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 2137/ 3472 / 2436 / 2110 / 2251 / 2822 / 3650
Email: studentfeesqueries@ul.ac.za
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FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 3088 / 2405
Email: postgraduatebursaries@ul.ac.za (General Queries)

tuitionfeewaiver@ul.ac.za (Tuition waiver, application forms and submission)

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STUDENT HOUSING
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 2520/ 2570/4175
Email: accommodation@ul.ac.za
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INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 3046
Email: internationaloffice@ul.ac.za
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RESEARCH OFFICE
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 4885 / 2401
Email: researchadmin@ul.ac.za
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ICT STUDENT COMPUTING SUPPORT SERVICES
Telephone: +27 (015) 268 3608 (Call Center)
+27 (015) 268 3570 (Math’s building Support Office)
+27 (015) 268 2528 (Languages Labs, hall 3 – Postgraduate Computer Lab)
Email: credentials@keyaka.ul.ac.za / support@keyaka.ul.ac.za

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 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

Name of School /Office Telephone numbers Email Address

Faculty Postgraduate Office +27 (015) 268 4809/4793/2975/2943 fh.postgraduate@ul.ac.za
School of Education +27 (015) 268 3138 / 3006 soedu@ul.ac.za
School of Languages and +27 (015) 268 2590 / 2853 slc@ul.ac.za
Communication
School of Social Sciences +27 (015) 268 2601 / 2117 sss@ul.ac.za
Masters Clinical Psychology +27 (015) 268 3505 psych.clintraining@ul.ac.za

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND LAW

Name of School /Office Telephone numbers Email Address

Faculty Postgraduate Office +27 (015) 268 2947 /3947 fml.postgradoffice@ul.ac.za

Turfloop Graduate School of +27 (015) 268 3735 / 4180 / tgsl@ul.ac.za

Leadership 4141/ 4181 /4179
School of Law +27 (015) 268 2808 schooloflaw@ul.ac.za
School of Accountancy +27 (015) 268 2604 / 2626 / soa@ul.ac.za
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School of Economics and +27 (015) 268 3123 / 2634 sem@ul.ac.za
Management

FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE

Name of School /Office Telephone numbers Email Address

Faculty Postgraduate Office +27 (015) 268 3249 / 4807 FPOFSA@ul.ac.za
School of Agricultural and +27 (015) 268 2202 / 3464 SAES@ul.ac.za
Environmental Sciences
School of Computational and +27 (015) 268 3027/ 3593 DoSSMCS@ul.ac.za
Mathematical Sciences
School of Molecular and Life +27 (015) 268 2588 / 3189 SMLS@ul.ac.za
Sciences
School of Physical and Mineral +27 (015) 268 3688 / 2603 SPMS@ul.ac.za
Sciences

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Name of School /Office Telephone numbers Email Address

Faculty Postgraduate Office +27 (015) 268 3041 / 4801 fhspostgraduate@ul.ac.za
School of Medicine +27 (015) 268 4319 / 4913 SoM@ul.ac.za
School of Health Care Sciences +27 (015) 268 4311 / 2349 SHCS@ul.ac.za

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 UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO’S VISION STATEMENT

“To be a leading African University focused on the developmental needs of its communities
and epitomising academic excellence and innovativeness.”

UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO’S MISSION STATEMENT

A University which responds actively:

(a) To the development needs of its students, staff members and communities,
(b) Through relevant and high quality higher education and training, research and
engagement, and
(c) In partnership and in collaboration with its different stakeholders.

UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO’S MOTTO

“Finding Solutions for Africa.”

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 HOW TO APPLY ONLINE FOR POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATION

CATEGORY A: Current and Former UL students (with student number)

Step 1: Login to I- Enabler (online facilities-www.ul.ac.za)

Step 2: Go to Academic Application

Step 3: View Application Rules and Click Accept

Step 4: Go to School Attended

Step 5: Select School Name and Save

Step 6: Enter School Leaving Subjects

Step 7: Go to Disabilities and Click None/ Select and Click Save

Step 8: Go to submit application

Step 9: Enter your Academic Preference Qualification/s (maximum of 2)

Step 10: Save and Continue to Residence Application if required.

CATEGORY B: New Postgraduate Students (without student numbers)

Step 1: Browse www.ul.ac.za by accurately typing the URL on your device address bar.

Step 2: Once you have landed on UL website, Click Apply Now

Step 3: Go to Online Application

Step 4: View Application Rules and Click Accept

Step 5: From there, follow the steps as indicated on the online application wizard

Step 6: Before finalising your application, make sure that you have entered your
qualification/s and that the system has issued a student number for you.

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 How to upload/view documents on I-Enabler -Online Facilities

Step 1: Go to academic application

Step 2: Go to enter School Leaving subject

Step 3: Scroll down until you see load or view documents and

click; choose category icon will pop up and then click

Step 4: Click upload and then click Browse

UNIVERSITY BANK DETAILS (For Application Handling Fee Only)

University of Limpopo
Standard Bank
Account No.: 030131405
Branch No.: 051001
SWIFT Address: SBZA ZA JJ
Reference: Use your ID NO. /Passport No.

Online Application Handling Fee:

South African Students: R200

International Students: R750

N.B: Students currently registered with the University of Limpopo DO NOT pay a handling fee

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UNIVERSITY BANK DETAILS (For Registration Fees and Student Account)
University of Limpopo
Standard Bank
Account No.: 330040006
Branch No.: 051001
SWIFT Address: SBZA ZA JJ
Reference: Use your Student No.
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GENERAL RULES THAT APPLY FOR POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION

ADMISSION RULES FOR POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATES, POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS AND

HONOURS DEGREE STUDIES
G30

30.1 In addition to the rules in this Section, those contained under Section A (General
Rules) and Section C (Rules for Postgraduate Study) also apply.
30.2 Admission criteria:
30.2.1 A relevant undergraduate qualification or equivalent.
30.2.2 At least 60% obtained as an average final mark in the appropriate
major.
Or
30.2.3 By special recommendation of the Faculty concerned.
ADMISSION RULES FOR MASTERS’ DEGREE STUDY
G36

36.1 In addition to the rules in this Section, those contained under Section A (General
Rules) and Section C (Rules for Postgraduate Study) also apply.
36.2 Admission criteria:
36.2.1 A relevant honours bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
36.2.2 At least 60% obtained as an average final mark in the appropriate major
learning programme.
Or
36.2.3 By special recommendation of the Faculty concerned.
36.3 On the recommendation of the Faculty concerned, Senate may allow a student
to do a masters degree in a programme or Faculty different from that in which
he/she holds an honours degree.
ADMISSION RULES FOR DOCTORAL DEGREE STUDY

G53

53.1 In addition to the rules in this Section, those contained under Section A (General Rules) and
Section C (Rules for Postgraduate Study) also apply.
53.2 Admission criteria:
5.3.2.1 A master’s degree or equivalent qualification.

53.2.2 If a candidate does not have a master’s degree, he/she may be admitted to the
doctoral study provided that Senate through the recognition of prior learning (RPL)
is satisfied that such a candidate has reached the standard of a master’s degree.

53.3 Before a candidate is accepted for doctoral study, the Faculty concerned must be convinced
that the candidate has sufficient knowledge of the field of study to be able to fulfil the
requirements for the degree.

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 FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES

Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion

The course in Health Promotion and Education for Health aims to develop the ability of health, social
work, agriculture, education and related workers at district, regional, provincial and national levels
and those who will have the responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating health
promotion Programmes. The course will enable participants to acquire a broad understanding of the
many facets which impact on promoting health and wellbeing, and to develop skills necessary for
improving communication between service providers and communities, identifying needs, priorities,
design appropriate educational materials, advocate and negotiate policies to strengthen community
action, and implement empowering educational processes.

Course Design:
(a) The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion is an action-learning based full-time one
year course with six residential teaching modules for the full-time programme.
(b) Self-study segments supported by custom developed teaching materials form part of both
curriculums.
(c) Each residential teaching block will last for six days (Monday to Saturday).
(d) Students must undertake a project based in their work setting/agencies working in their area
of interest.

Admission Criteria:
(a) Applicants must be in the possession of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Health or related
disciplines.
(b) Priority will be given to those who have or will have:
- The responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion activities
at district, regional and provincial level.
- The responsibility for promotion of health and well-being in direct liaison with the community.
Duration
(a) One year minimum
(b) Two years maximum

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 Master of Nursing

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline.
Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of a 4 year basic degree in Nursing (BNurs) or post
basic BNurs degree with an Honours degree in nursing (or equivalent);
(b) Registration with South African Nursing Council as registered Nurse Practitioner.
(c) An average of 60% in the major subjects.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three years maximum

Presentation of the Programme:

(a) Students will be required to complete the one week research programme before taking on
the research projects.
(b) All research proposals will be registered with the University of Limpopo after approval by
the relevant University Committee.

Master of Science in Dietetics

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline.
The student is required to produce a dissertation on a subject approved by the Head of the
Department. An oral examination may be required.
Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant 4-year Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
(b) An average of 60% in the major subjects

Curriculum:
(a) A dissertation must be submitted based on a topic approved by the Programme Manager and
Senate.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three years maximum

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 Master of Optometry

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidates for the MOptom degree must possess a 4-year BOptom degree or its
equivalent from a recognised institution.
(b) The candidates may be required to have received at least a 60% pass in the BOptom
degree in the subject for the master’s dissertation.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three years maximum

Dissertation:
(a) A research dissertation shall be submitted for assessment.

Master of Pharmacy

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Discipline:
(a) Pharamacology
(b) Pharmaceutics

Admission Requirements:
(a) A 4-year Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Pharmacy.
(b) An average of 60% in the major subjects

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three years maximum

Dissertation:
(a) The assessment consists of a dissertation in addition to which an oral or written
assessment may be required, on a subject approved by the Programme Manager of the

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 relevant discipline.
(b) Where a student is in possession of a BPharm degree, he may proceed directly to an
MPharm degree the dissertation being submitted at least one year after obtaining the BPharm
degree.

Master of Public Health

Disciplines:
(a) Health Measurement
(b) Health Policy and Management
(c) Environmental and Occupational Health
(d) Social and behaviour Sciences in Public Health

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bachelor Honours degree or equivalent.
(b) At least 60% in the relevant major subjects.
(b) If Senate is satisfied that the candidate sufficiently qualify to pursue the programme
envisaged for the degree of Master of Public Health, any of the following may be admitted
as a candidate:
(i) The holder of a degree of Bachelor of Arts or Sciences with Honours in Nursing,
Psychology or Sociology or in a field which in the opinion of the Senate is relevant to
public health.
(ii) A graduate of any other university who has satisfied the Senate by means of a written
or oral test (or both) or by means of any other mode of assessment to be determined
from time to time by the Senate that he/she is qualified to undertake the line of study
proposed or research (or both) required for the degree.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three years maximum
Mini-Dissertation:
(a) A candidate shall submit a topic for the approval of the Senate before June of the first
academic year of study.
(b) A candidate may be permitted by the Senate to substitute a new topic for the research
report before November of the first year

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 Master of Science in Medical Sciences
The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a
dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Chemical Pathology
(b) Haematology
(c) Immunology
(d) Medical Microbiology
(e) Medical Genetics

Admission requirements:
(a) A 4-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Medical Sciences or a 4-year Health
Sciences related degree
(b) An average of at least 60% in the relevant major subjects
Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Three year’s maximum

Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Chemical Pathology
(b) Haematology
(c) Immunology
(d) Medical Microbiology
(e) Medical Genetics
(f) Nursing
(g) Public Health

Admission requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of a relevant Masters degree.

Duration:
(a) Two years minimum
(b) Four years maximum

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 Thesis:
(a) A thesis shall be submitted for assessment.

Doctor of Optometry
The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline.

Admission requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of a relevant Masters degree in an Optometry Discipline

Duration:
(a) Two years minimum
(b) Four years Maximum

Thesis:
(a) A thesis shall be submitted for assessment.

Doctor of Pharmacy
The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline.

Admission requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of a relevant Masters degree in a Pharmacy Discipline.

Duration:
(a) Two years minimum
(b) Four years maximum

Thesis:
(a) A thesis shall be submitted for assessment.

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 FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

NON-SURGICAL DISCIPLINES

Master of Medicine in Anaesthesiology

Master of Medicine in Dermatology

Master of Medicine in Diagnostics Radiology

Master of Medicine in Family Medicine

Master of Medicine in Forensic Pathology

Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine

Master of Medicine in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Master of Medicine in Paediatrics & Child Health

Master of Medicine in Psychiatry

Master of Medicine in Public Health Medicine

Master of Medicine in Radiation Oncology

Admission Requirements:
In order to be admitted to MMed degree course a candidate must:
(a) Be in possession of MBChB or equivalent degree and be registered with the Health Professions
Council of South Africa as a medical practitioner;
(b) Be appointed to a Registrar's post recognised by the HPCSA. This post must be occupied for
the full duration of registration as required under these rules;
(c) Meet any other requirements that may be enunciated in the rules for the specific degree for
which registration is requested.
Duration:
(a) The duration of the MMed degrees will be a minimum of four years.
(b) The maximum will be six years.

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 SURGICAL DISCIPLINES
Master of Medicine in General Surgery

Master of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology

Master of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Admission Requirements:
In order to be admitted to MMed degree course a candidate must:
(a) Be in possession of MBChB or equivalent degree and be registered with the Health Professions
Council of South Africa as a medical practitioner;
(b) Be appointed to a Registrar's post recognised by the HPCSA. This post must be occupied for the
full duration of registration as required under these rules;
(c) Meet any other requirements that may be enunciated in the rules for the specific degree for which
registration is requested.

Duration:
(a) The duration of the MMed degrees will be a minimum of five years
(b) The maximum will be seven years.

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 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

The School of Education is primarily committed to rural regeneration, empowerment and

development, through a lifelong learning approach to teaching and interdisciplinary research.

Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Further Education and Training Teaching (PGCE (FET
Teaching))

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Languages and Social Sciences:
English Studies or Sepedi (Sepedi to read as Northern Sotho/Sepedi) or Tshivenda or
Xitsonga or Geography or History
(b) Economic Management Sciences:
Accounting or Business Management or Economics.
(c) Mathematics, Science & Technology:
Life Sciences or Mathematics or Physical Science (Chemistry/Physics) or Technology.
(d) Languages and Life Orientation:
English Studies or Sepedi (Sepedi to read as Northern Sotho/Sepedi) or Tshivenda or
Xitsonga AND Life Orientation.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must have an approved Bachelor’s Degree (360 credits) or appropriate Diploma
(2 School related subjects).

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Two years maximum

Bachelor of Education Honours in Curriculum Studies (BEdHons (Curriculum Studies))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised

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 professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.
Duration:
(a) Minimum one year.
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Educational Management (BEd Hons (Educational

Management))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year.
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Educational Studies (BEd Hons (Educational Studies)

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Language Education (BEd Hons (Language Education))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEd Hons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject

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 OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area,
(c) For candidates to enroll for the BEd Honours Degree in Language Education– they must
have majored in English, Sepedi, Tshivenda or Xitsonga;
Duration:
(a) Minimum one year
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Mathematics Education (BEd Hons (Mathematics

Education))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Science Education (BEd Hons (Science Education))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) An appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year
(b) Maximum two years

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 Bachelor of Education Honours in Technology Education (BEd Hons (Technology Education)

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year
(b) Maximum two years

Bachelor of Education Honours in Adult and Community Education and Training (BEd Hons
(Adult and Community Education and Training))

Admission Requirements:
(a) The minimum admission requirements for the BEdHons degree, is a four-year professional
teaching degree (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) within the particular subject
OR
(b) an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (within appropriate subject area) and a recognised
professional teaching qualification (in Senior phase and / or FET phase teaching) with an
average of 60% pass mark in disciplinary area,

Duration:
(a) One year full-time.
(b) Maximum two years

Master of Education (MEd)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Adult Education
(b) Curriculum Studies
(c) Education

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 (d) Language Education
(e) Mathematics Education
(f) Science Education
(g) Technology Education

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must hold a relevant Bachelor of Education Honours Degree or PGDip
(Education) and a research project.
(b) The Candidate shall have majored in a subject in which he/she wishes to carry out research.
(c) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum
(b) Maximum three years

Master of Education in Mathematics Education (MEd (Mathematics Education))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidate must be in possession of a BEd Honours in Mathematics
(b) Preference will be given to candidate with teaching experience in Mathematics, but
others may apply for available space.
(c) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Education in Science Education (MEd (Science Education))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.
Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidate must be in possession of a BEd Honours in Physical Science or Biology.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.
(b) Preference will be given to candidate with teaching experience in Biology and/or Physical
Science

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 Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Education in Technology Education (MEd (Technology Education))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.
Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidate must be in possession of a BEd Honours in Technology Education
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.
(b) Preference will be given to candidate with teaching experience in Technology Education,
but others may apply for available space.

Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Education in Language Education (MEd (Language Education))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BEd Hons in Language Education
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Education in Adult Education (MEd (Adult Education))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BEd Hons in Adult and Community Education
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:

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 (a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Adult Education
(b) Curriculum Studies
(c) Educational Administration
(d) Educational Psychology
(e) Educational Studies
(f) Language Education
(g) Mathematics Education
(h) Science Education
(i) Technology Education

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must hold a Master of Education Degree or the Bachelor of Education Honours
Degree and an approved Master’s Degree.

Duration:
(a) A minimum of two years and a maximum of four years.

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 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES & COMMUNICATION STUDIES

The School of Languages & Communication Studies trains, educates, and serves the people of
the Limpopo Province, the country - and beyond - by providing quality programmes in a
multicultural context in languages and communication studies.

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Studies (PGDip (Information Studies))

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Information Studies or related disciplines with NQF exit level 7

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of two years.

Bachelor of Arts Honours (BA Hons)

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Communication Studies
(b) English Studies
(c) Applied Language and Multilingual Studies
(d) Media Studies
(e) Northern Sotho
(f) Translation Studies and Linguistics
(g) Tshivenda
(h) Xitsonga

Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidate must be in possession of a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in which at least sixty
percent (60%) has been obtained in the final formal assessment (examination) of the
appropriate subject.
(b) Candidate who does not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Honours study on
the special recommendation or screening process of the Head of Department and the
Executive Dean concerned with the approval of Senate.

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 Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of two years.

Master of Arts in African Languages

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) An Honours Degree in an African Language with an average of 60%.
OR
(b) Recommendation after an interview/screening process where less than 60% was obtained.

Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Arts in English Studies

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

The degree may be studied in the following areas:

a) Literature
b) Language

Admission Requirements:
An Honours Degree in English with an average of 60% in Literature, Language or the
combination thereof.

Duration:
Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Arts in Translation Studies & Linguistics

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor Honours Degree in a relevant subject with a

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 mark of 60% for the relevant major, or recommendation after the interview in courses where 60% is
not achieved.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor Honours Degree in a relevant subject or
recommendation after the interview in courses where 60% is not achieved.

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Communication Studies
(b) English Studies
(c) Media Studies
(d) Northern Sotho
(e) Tshivenda
(f) Xitsonga

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year with a maximum of three years.

Master of Information Studies (MInf)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A 4-year Bachelor of Information Studies Degree or equivalent.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

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 Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Communication Studies
(b) English Studies
(c) Media Studies
(d) Northern Sotho
(e) Translation Studies
(f) Tshivenda
(g) Xitsonga

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Relevant Master’s Degree in the discipline of choice or equivalent qualification.

Duration:
(a) A minimum of two years.
(b) A maximum of four years.

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 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

The School of Social Sciences aims to train an intellectual and academic professional cadre,
to conduct relevant research, and to foster community renewal in such a way that people
experience human dignity at grass roots level.

Bachelor of Arts Honours (BA Hons)

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Anthropology
(b) Criminology
(c) History
(d) International Politics
(e) Philosophy
(f) Political Science
(g) Psychology
(h) Sociology

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must be in possession of Bachelor’s Degree within the disciplinary area of
choice or prior learning as determined by the Department and School concerned, and
approved by the Faculty.
(b) A mark of 60% for the major subject

Duration:
(a) One year minimum and two years maximum

Master of Arts in Folklore Studies

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree or equivalent.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

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 Duration:
(a) One year minimum and a maximum of three years.

Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) An Honours Degree in Psychology or Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych) and a personal
interview.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) One year minimum and a maximum of three years.

Master of Arts (MA)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a
dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:

(a) Anthropology
(b) Criminology
(c) Folklore Studies
(d) History
(e) International Politics
(f) Philosophy
(g) Political Science
(h) Psychology
(i) Sociology

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor Honours Degree in a relevant subject or
recommendation after the interview in courses where 60% is not achieved.

Duration:
(a) A minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.

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 Master of Arts (MA)
The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a
dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor of Social Work Degree or equivalent at NQF
level 8.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) A minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.
The degree may be studied in the following disciplines:
(a) Anthropology
(b) Criminology
(c) Folklore Studies
(d) History
(e) International Politics
(f) Philosophy
(g) Political Science
(h) Psychology
(i) Social Work
(j) Sociology

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Relevant Master’s Degree or equivalent qualification.

Duration:
(a) A minimum of two years.
(b) A maximum of four years.

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 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT & LAW

SCHOOL OF ACCOUNTANCY

Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy (PGDip (Accountancy))

This programme has been recognised by SAICA as a CTA programme

Admission Requirements:
(a) Completion of recognised SAICA accredited Bachelors qualification (NQF level 7 or 8) with 55%
in Financial Accounting and an overall average of 55% in all four main courses passed
(preferably at the same year), or Equivalent.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year
(b) Maximum of two years

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accountancy (BCom Hons (Accountancy))

The degree may be conferred in the following programs:

(a) Accounting (BCTA)
(b) Public Finance Accounting

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with Major subjects being in Accountancy.
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60 % in the final course of Accounting.
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be admitted to
the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and a maximum of two years

Master of Commerce (MCom)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

The degree may be conferred in the following subject:

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 (a) Accounting
Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in a possession of an Honours degree or equivalent in Accountancy or
related Disciplines and submit a suitable research proposal.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years

Doctor of Commerce (DCom)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline.
A thesis dealing with a subject in the fields of:
(a) Accounting

Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in a possession of a Masters degree in the program that he/she wants
to study and submit a suitable research proposal.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of two years and maximum of four years

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 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT & LAW

SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics (BCom Hons (Economics))

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent majoring in Economics
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60 % average in the Final Year Economics modules.
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be provisionally
admitted to the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Business Management (BCom Hons (Business

Management))

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with Business management as a Major.
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60 % average in the final modules of Business Management
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be provisionally
admitted to the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.
Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of two years.

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Human Resource Management (BCom Hons(Human

Resource Management))

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent majoring in Human Resource Management.
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60 % average in the final year Human Resource Management
Modules
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be provisionally
admitted to the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years

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 Bachelor of Development Honours in Planning & Management (BDevHons (Planning
& Management))

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bacherlor’s Degree at NQF level 7, as approved by the HOD of Development
Management.
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60% in the final course of the qualifying subject.
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be provisionally
admitted to the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of two years.

Bachelor of Administration Honours in Public Administration (B Admin Hons (Public

Administration)

Admission Requirements:
(a) A Relevant Bachelor’s Degree at NQF level 7.
(b) Applicants must obtain at least 60 % in the final course of the subject in which he/she intends
to do the Honours study.
(c) Where the minimum requirement of 60 % was not obtained the student can be provisionally
admitted to the study only with a special recommendation from the program HOD.

Duration:

(a) Minimum of one year and a maximum of two years.

Master of Commerce (MCom)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

The Research degree may be conferred in the following subjects:

(a) Economics
(b) Business Management
(c) Human Resource Management

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 Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in a possession of an honours degree in the program that he/she wants to
study.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Development in Planning and Management (MDev (Planning & Management))

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of at least an honours degree in the program that
he/she wants to study.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Master of Public Administration and Management (MPAM)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a
dissertation.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in possession of at least an honours degree in the program that
he/she wants to study.
(b) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.

Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and maximum of three years.

Doctor of Commerce (DCom)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

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 A thesis dealing with a subject in the fields of:
(a) Economics
(b) Business Management
(c) Human Resource Management

Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in a possession of a Masters degree in the program that he/she wants to
study.
Duration:
(a) Minimum of two years and maximum of four years.

Doctor of Administration (DAdmin)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

A thesis dealing with a subject in the fields of:

(a) Development Planning & Management
(b) Public Administration

Admission Requirements:
(a) Applicants must be in a possession of a Masters degree in the program that he/she wants to
study.
Duration:
(a) Minimum of two years and maximum of four years.

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 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT & LAW

SCHOOL OF LAW

The School of Law has made a significant contribution to the legal fraternity in South Africa over the
previous years. It has, amongst others, produced esteemed judges and advocates like judges BM
Ngoepe (the Judge President of Transvaal Provincial Division), P Mojapelo (Deputy President of
Transvaal Provincial Division), Y Mokgoro (Judge of the Constitutional Court), L Mailula (Judge of
the High Court), to name a few. The School has produced leaders in politics and business in the
public and private sectors.
All the programmes offered in this School are intended to enrich a candidate’s background on
various laws.

Master of Laws in Labour Law (LLM (Labour Law))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) LLB UG degree or an equivalent four year law degree.
(b) A candidate should have at least 60% aggregate for his/her modules in his/her preceding
degree.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over one year and a maximum period of three years.

Master of Laws in Development and Management Law (LLM (Development & Management Law))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) LLB UG degree or an equivalent four year law degree.
(b) A candidate should have at least 60% aggregate for his/her modules in his/her preceding
degree.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over one year and a maximum period of three years.

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 Master of Laws (LLM) by Research

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.
The programme is offered in the following disciplines:
(a) International Aspects of Law
(b) Perspectives on Law
(c) Legal Profession
(d) Mercantile Law
(e) Procedural Law
(f) Public Law
(g) Private Law

Admission Requirements:
(a) LLB UG degree or an equivalent four year law degree.
(b) A candidate should have at least 6 0 % aggregate for his/her modules in his/her preceding
degree.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over one year and a maximum period of three years.

Doctor of Laws (LLD)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.
The programme is offered in the following disciplines:

(h) International Aspects of Law

(i) Perspectives on Law
(j) Legal Profession
(k) Mercantile Law
(l) Procedural Law
(m) Public Law
(n) Private Law

Admission Requirements:
(a) To be admitted to the LLD degree programme, a candidate should have completed an LLM
degree or an equivalent qualification;

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 Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over two years and a maximum period of four
years.

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 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT & LAW

TURFLOOP GRADUATE SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP

All the programmes offered at this School are intended to enrich a candidate’s theoretical
background as well as instill practical skills necessary for one to operate at managerial and/or
supervisory levels in business, public and civil sectors of the Society. We are a Graduate School
bent on excellence and relevance and are facing the future with pride and determination.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

This is a taught masters’ degree that includes a research component.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Application for admission to the MBA Programme is subject to strict evaluation and selection
is based on the candidate's academic achievements, experience, attitude and motivation for
further study.
(b) At least an Honours Degree or equivalent at NQF Level 8.
(c) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.
(d) A letter from their employer confirming that they will be allowed to attend classes.
(e) Matriculation Mathematics or any qualification in Mathematics or Statistics which is deemed
appropriate by the Selection Committee for MBA applicants.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over a minimum of a one year period and a maximum of three
years.

Master of Development in Planning and Management (MDev (Planning and Manangement)

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Application for admission to the MDev (Planning and Management) Programme is subject
to strict evaluation and selection is based on the candidate's academic achievements,
experience, attitude and motivation for further study.
(b) At least a Honours Degree or equivalent at NQF level 8.
(c) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.
(d) Candidates are also required to submit a letter from their employer confirming that they will

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 be allowed to attend classes.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over a one year period minimum and three years maximum.

Master of Public Administration and Management (MPAM)

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Application for admission to the MPA Programme is subject to strict evaluation and selection
is based on the candidate's academic achievements, experience, attitude and motivation for
further study.
(b) At least a Honours Degree or equivalent NQF level 8 qualification in Public Administration or
related field.
(c) An average of 60% in the Honours qualification.
(d) Candidates are also required to submit a letter from their employer confirming that they will
be allowed to attend classes.

Duration:
(a) The programme is offered over a one (1) year period minimum and a maximum of three years.

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 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE

SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

Bachelor of Agricultural Management Honours (BAgrMan Hons)

Disciplines:
(a) Agricultural Economics
(b) Animal Production
(c) Plant Production
(d) Agriculture Extension

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bachelor’s or equivalent qualification.
(b) An average of 60% in the relevant major subject

Duration:
(a) Minimum one year.
(b) Maximum two years.

Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons)

The Honours Degree programmes consists of a research project and four theory modules
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Aquaculture
(b) Geography

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Bachelor’s or equivalent qualification in terms of NQF level.
(b) 60% in the major subjects

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum two (2) years

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 Master of Agricultural Management (MAgricMan)

The Master’s Degree Programme is offered as a Research Masters’ Programme culminating in a

Dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Agricultural Economics
(b) Animal Production
(c) Plant Production
(d) Agricultural Extension

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Honours or a four year equivalent NQF level 8 qualification degree, with at least
60% average, in the appropriate major learning programme or with special recommendation
by the Head of the Department or applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Agricultural Economics (MSc (Agricultural Economics))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Agricultural
Economics or related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

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 Master of Science in Animal Production (MSc (Animal Production))
This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Animal production
or related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or by applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Agronomy (MSc (Agronomy))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Plant production or
related discipline, with an average of at leat 60%, or by applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Horticulture (MSc (Horticulture))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Plant production or
related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or by applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

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 Master of Science in Pasture Science (MSc (Pasture Science))
This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Plant/Animal
production or related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or by applying the RPL
Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Soil Science (MSc (Soil Science))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Soil Science or
related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or by applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Plant Protection (MSc (Plant Protection))

This is a taught masters’ degree with a mini-dissertation contributing at least 50% towards the
final mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant BSc Agric or a four year equivalent degree with specialisation in Plant production or
related discipline, with an average of at least 60%, or by applying the RPL Policy.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

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 Master of Science (MSc)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Aquaculture
(b) Geography

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent at NQF level 8 in the appropriate disciplinary area, with
an average of at least 60%.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programmes is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Agricultural Economics
(b) Agricultural Extension
(b) Aquaculture
(c) Animal Production
(d) Geography
(e) Plant Production
(f) Soil Science

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 Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Masters’ degree or equivalent qualification in relevant disciplinary area.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum two (2) years.
(b) Maximum four (4) years.

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 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE

SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICAL & COMPUTER SCIENCES

The School strives for excellence through research and providing the necessary skills required
by the public and private sectors for the development of the country. It offers honours, masters
and doctorates as indicated in the following pages.

Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons)

The Honours Degree programmes consists of a research project and four theory modules
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Applied Mathematics
(b) Computer Science
(c) Mathematics
(d) Statistics

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent at NQF level 8 in the appropriate disciplinary area.
(b) An average of 60% in the relevant major subject.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(d) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum two (2) years.

Master of Science (MSc)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice.
Disciplines:
(a) Applied Mathematics
(b) Computer Science

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 (c) Mathematics
(d) Statistics

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent at NQF level 8 in the appropriate disciplinary area, with
an average of at least 60%.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in eScience (MSc (eScience))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark. This course is offered as part of a collaboration with other Universities.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent specialising in relevant disciplines such as
mathematics, statistics and computer science with a 60% average.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to take additional modules should the need be
identified.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

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 Master of Science in Applied Mathematics (MSc (Applied Mathematics))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent specialising in applied mathematics with a 60% average.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Master of Science in Mathematics (MSc (Mathematics))

This is a taught Masters’ programme culminating in a mini-dissertation that carries 50% of the final
mark.
Admission Requirements:
(b) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent specialising in mathematics with a 60% average.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required

Duration:
(c) Minimum one (1) year
(d) Maximum three (3) years.

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 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programmes is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Applied Mathematics
(b) Computer Science
(c) Mathematics
(d) Statistics

Admission Requirements:
(a) A relevant Masters’ degree or equivalent qualification in relevant disciplinary area.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum two (2) years.
(b) Maximum four (4) years.

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 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE

SCHOOL OF MOLECULAR & LIFE SCIENCES

Bachelor of Science Honours (BSc Hons)

The Honours Degree programmes consists of a research project and four theory modules
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplinary Areas:
(a) Biochemistry
(b) Botany
(c) Microbiology
(d) Physiology & Environmental Health
(e) Zoology

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent at NQF level 8 in the appropriate disciplinary area.
(b) An average of 60% in the relevant major subject.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(d) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(c) Minimum one (1) year
(d) Maximum two (2) years.

Master of Science (MSc)

The Master’s Degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice with an average of at least 60%.

Disciplines:
(a) Biochemistry
(b) Botany
(c) Microbiology
(d) Physiology and Environmental Health
(e) Zoology

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 Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons degree in the discipline in which the student wants to do an MSc degree and
preferably with a minimum of 60% average mark in the BSc Hons degree.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programmes is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Biochemistry
(b) Botany
(c) Microbiology
(d) Physiology and Environmental Health
(e) Zoology

Admission Requirements:
(a) An MSc degree in the discipline in which the student wants to do a PhD degree and
preferably with a minimum of 60% average mark in the MSc degree.
(b) On special recommendation including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum period of two (2) years.
(b) Maximum period of four (4) years.

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 FACULTY OF SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE

SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL & MINERAL SCIENCES

Bachelor of Science Honours (BScHons)

The Honours Degree programmes consists of a research project and four theory modules
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Chemistry
(b) Geology
(c) Physics

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc degree with major(s) in courses in the discipline area in which a student wants to study
and a final average mark for the relevant final year major(s) of at least 60%.
(b) A candidate who does not meet the above requirement may be admitted on special
recommendation, after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department. In such
cases, a mid-year progress report from the Head of Department will determine continuation in
the programme.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(a) One (1) year minimum
(b) Two (2) years maximum

Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology

The above Honours Degree Programme consists of a Research Project and four Theory
Modules relevant to the discipline of choice.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc degree with major(s) in courses in Geology and a final average mark for the relevant

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 final year major(s) of at least 60%.
(b) A candidate who does not meet the above requirement may be admitted on special
recommendation, after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department. In such
cases, a mid-year progress report from the Head of Department will determine continuation in
the programme.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(a) One (1) year minimum
(b) Two (2) years maximum

Bachelor of Science Honours in Mining Geology

The above Honours degree programme consists of a research project and four theory modules
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc degree with major(s) in courses in Geology and a final average mark for the relevant
final year major(s) of at least 60%.
(b) A candidate who does not meet the above requirement may be admitted on special
recommendation, after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department. In such
cases, a mid-year progress report from the Head of Department will determine continuation in
the programme.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(a) One (1) year minimum
(b) Two (2) years maximum

Bachelor of Science Honours in Mineral Processing and Ore Beneficiation

The above Honours degree programme consists of a research project and four theory
modules relevant to the discipline of choice.

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 Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc degree with major(s) in courses in Geology and a final average mark for the relevant
final year major(s) of at least 60%.
(b) A candidate who does not meet the above requirement may be admitted on special
recommendation, after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department. In such
cases, a mid-year progress report from the Head of Department will determine continuation in
the programme.
(c) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.

Duration:
(a) One (1) year minimum
(b) Two (2) years maximum

Postgraduate Diploma in Science Communication (PGDip (Science Communication))

The Postgraduate Diploma programme consists of taught modules which include practical
application aspects.

Admission Requirements:
(a) Completion of Bachelors qualification (NQF level 7) or Equivalent, which includes Science or
Science Education. and/or Communication related (e.g. Communication, Media Studies,
Journalism etc.) qualifications
Duration:
(c) One (1) year minimum
(d) Two (2) years maximum

Master of Science (MSc)

The Master’s degree programme is offered as a research masters’ programme culminating in a

dissertation relevant to the discipline of choice with an average of at least 60%.

Disciplines:
(a) Chemistry
(b) Geology
(c) Physics

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 Admission Requirements:
(a) A BSc Hons Degree or its equivalent at NQF level 8 in the appropriate disciplinary area.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL policy and strategy of the
University of Limpopo and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) years.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The Doctoral degree programme is based on an original research project culminating in a thesis
relevant to the discipline of choice.

Disciplines:
(a) Chemistry
(b) Geology
(c) Physics

Admission Requirements:
(a) An MSc degree in the discipline in which the student wants to do a PhD degree and
preferably with a minimum of 60% average mark in the MSc degree.
(b) On special recommendation, including application of the RPL Policy and Strategy of the
University of Limpopo, and after consultation with and approval by the Head of Department.
(c) In addition to those requirements above, the skills profile of potential students will be
assessed and they may be required to qualify themselves with additional competencies as
deemed to be essential by the Department.

Duration:
(a) Minimum period of two (2) years.
(b) Maximum period of four (4) years.

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