8 Degrees in Geography in South Africa for 2024

Degrees in Geography in South Africa for 2024Filter
  • BSc (Geography and Environmental Science)

    University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

    • Pretoria, South Africa

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English

    Geographers and environmental scientists study processes, relationships and the interdependence between the natural environment and humans. Anyone who has a passion for the environment and has a background in the sciences will be interested in the BSc (Geography and Environmental Science) program.

    • Cape Town, South Africa

    Full time

    1 semester

    On-Campus

    English

    Are you interested in semester courses that cover the study of life and living organisms, life cycles, adaptations, and the environment? Our courses aim to prepare students with principles of oceanography, biological science and geography. The Department of Oceanography at UCT is the only one of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa and aims to advance the knowledge of all facets of the oceans around Africa and in the Southern Hemisphere. Our courses will encourage students to apply the principles and foundations of chemistry and other branches of science. Join the Semester Study Abroad Programme today! Choose from a variety of bachelor and master’s courses, across a wide range of disciplines for international credit transfer.

  • PhD in Geography

    University of Johannesburg

    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English

    The purpose of the Ph.D. in Geography is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of geography.

  • Master in Geography

    University of Johannesburg

    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Full time

    2 semesters

    On-Campus

    English

    The primary purpose of the MSc in Geography minor-dissertation with coursework is to provide students with specialized advanced education and training while meeting the requirements of a specific research component so that students can master the required experimental and technological skills and necessary fieldwork competencies such as innovation, decision-making, strategic thinking, and organizational skills.

  • BSc Hons in Geography

    University of Johannesburg

    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Full time

    1 year

    On-Campus

    English

    The primary purpose of the BSc Honours qualification is to consolidate and deepen the students’ knowledge and expertise in Geography and to develop research capacity in the methodology and techniques of it. BSc Honours is essentially a coursework degree of which at least 25% (30) of the credits are devoted to a research project and reporting under supervision.

  • MSc (Geography)

    University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

    • Pretoria, South Africa

    Full time

    1 year

    On-Campus

    English

    The progress of all master's candidates is monitored biannually by the supervisor and the postgraduate coordinator. A candidate's study may be terminated if the progress is unsatisfactory or if the candidate is unable to finish his/her studies during the prescribed period.

  • MA (Geography)

    University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities

    • Pretoria, South Africa

    Full time

    1 year

    On-Campus

    English

    An acceptable level of proficiency in English or Afrikaans is a requisite.

    • Siyabuswa, South Africa

    On-Campus

    English

    The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts Honours in Geography is to provide advanced academic and research training in Geography, which will equip students to proceed with a Master’s degree in any of the structured professional fields of Geography, including: Water related issues- e.g. water managers, water scientists; Climatology and meteorology; Planning departments- e.g. in Municipalities; Policy development; Tourism industries and conservation; Educators, and Administrators.