South Africa

Course length does not tell you how much research it includes.

For a programme-specific duration, check the course curriculum and research regulations. No national duration estimate is asserted here.

Sources: NRF: 2027 postgraduate funding.

1. Department admission Funding for a class
2. Supervisor admission An academic agrees to work with you
3. Advertised position A salary tied to a project
4. Programme-specific Check official admissions instructions Applies to this country.

Use the institution’s official admissions instructions for your chosen degree. Check academic eligibility, supervisor requirements and funding selection separately.

Use the institution’s current programme fee schedule. No verified national fee estimate is quoted here.

1. Employment example
2. Stipend example
3. Scholarship example Applies to this country.
4. Fee rate
5. Check funding terms

NRF’s 2027 postgraduate funding distinguishes full-cost and partial-cost awards. Full-cost support is restricted to South African citizens and permanent residents; international eligibility is limited.

Sources: NRF: 2027 postgraduate funding.

The Critical Skills work-visa requirements include a valid offer or contract signed by employer and applicant. A degree alone does not satisfy this route.

Fees, funding, and visa rules change. Confirm current terms with the university or the government source before you apply.

Sources: NRF: 2027 postgraduate funding; GOVERNMENT NOTICE.

Official sources

• NRF: 2027 postgraduate funding
  www.nrf.ac.za. Checked 2026-10-30.
• GOVERNMENT NOTICE
  www.dha.gov.za. Checked 2026-10-30.