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University of Johannesburg
LLM in Insurance Law
- Johannesburg, South Africa
LLM
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Are you interested in the insurance industry and how it works in South Africa? Do you want to know how insurance products function in the financial services industry? Do you want to gain expert knowledge on specialized matters pertaining to insurance litigation?
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Law
LLM (Insurance Law and Governance) (Coursework)
- Pretoria, South Africa
LLM
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
This two-year selective LLM admits international students and may be extended by approval. With strict academic regulations and limited admission, the programme offers rigorous training in human rights and law, preparing graduates for impactful careers in Africa and beyond.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
MSc (Actuarial Science)
- Pretoria, South Africa
MSc
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Requirement: Exemption for at least five of the A100- and A200-level subjects of the Actuarial Society of South Africa (or equivalent)
Milpark Education
Advanced Certificate in Short-Term Insurance
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Johannesburg, South Africa
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Advanced Certificate
Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
The Advanced Certificate in Short-term Insurance is ideal for career-orientated individuals within the short-term insurance industry who want to complete a qualification that provides an in-depth understanding of insurance practices in terms of technical subject matter and application skills.
University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business
Postgraduate Diploma In Development Finance
- Cape Town, South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma
Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Development finance has the power to address critical issues in emerging market economies. The UCT GSB Postgraduate Diploma in Development Finance provides a comprehensive overview of trade finance, banking, and finance in emerging markets, public-private partnerships, environmental finance and sustainability, risk management in development finance institutions.
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Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Studies (Finance, Risk Management and Banking)
- Online
PhD
Full time
6 years
Distance Learning
English
The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, an oral defence (viva voce) and two manuscripts, based on the candidate's research, submitted for publication to a recognised accredited journal. Proof of the submission of the manuscripts is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred.
Learn more about Actuarial Science and Insurance degree programs in South Africa
Actuarial Science and Insurance programs in South Africa give you a rigorous foundation in risk, probability, and financial modeling, with strong ties to one of Africa's most developed financial sectors. You'll study how to quantify uncertainty and turn complex data into decisions that affect businesses, governments, and individuals worldwide.
South Africa's academic environment fosters analytical independence and encourages you to engage deeply with real-world financial problems through industry-linked coursework. Your modules will cover life and short-term insurance, pension fund valuation, investment theory, and statistical methods, giving you technical grounding that meets international professional standards.
Graduates from South African programs are well-positioned to pursue professional accreditation through bodies like the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries, opening doors across insurance, banking, asset management, and public policy. The country's position as a regional financial hub means you'll encounter genuinely diverse case studies and client contexts during your studies. The skills you develop, from mortality modeling to regulatory compliance analysis, are recognized and sought after globally, making your qualification portable across markets.