Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Science in Microbiology in South Africa

Institutions Offering Master of Science in Microbiology

University of Limpopo, Polokwane
Course Entry 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.

Course Duration:
(a) Minimum one (1) year.
(b) Maximum three (3) years.
University of Pretoria, Pretoria
Admission Requirements:
1.Relevant BScHons degree
2.A weighted average of at least 60% at honours level
3.An admission examination may be required

Duration of study:
1 year, full-time.
University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch
Specific Admission Requirements:
• A BScHons degree in Microbiology or an approved equivalent qualification.
• The Department may also require supplementary work on specific topics.
Nelson Mandela University , Port Elizabeth
Course entry requirements:
-Bachelor of Science Honours: Microbiology.

Course duration: 1 year

Mode of study: Full time

North West University, Mafikeng
Presented in English/Afrikaans

Course Duration: 1 - 3 years
University of Venda, Limpopo
Rhodes University, Grahamstown
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein