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Master in Economics in South Africa

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  1. Master

    LLM (Coursework) Socio-Economic Rights: Theory and Practice

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  2. Master

    Magister Scientiae in Home Economics M.Sc.(Home Ec.)

    University of the Free State 🇿🇦 Bloemfontein, South Africa

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  3. Master

    MCom Economics of Trade and Investment (Course work)

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  4. Master

    Master of Arts (coursework dissertation) in Applied Economics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  6. Master

    Master of Arts (coursework dissertation) in Economics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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  7. Master

    Industrial Economics, Master of Commerce - MCom: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  8. Master

    Taxation, Master of Commerce - MCom: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  9. Master

    Tax Law, Master of Laws - LLM: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

    University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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  10. Master

    Dissertation, LLM Taxation, Howard College

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  11. Master

    Income Tax, LLM Taxation, Howard College

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  12. Master

    MSc (Construction Economics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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  13. Master

    MCom Economics of Trade and Investment (Dissertation)

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  15. Master

    Donations Tax & Estate Duty, LLM Taxation, Howard College

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  16. Master

    MCom Taxation (Course work)

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  17. Master

    Master of Commerce (Economics)

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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  18. Master

    MPhil Economics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  19. Master

    MCom Economics (Course work)

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  20. Master

    Master of Arts (MA) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  21. Master

    MCom Economics (Dissertation)

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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  22. Master

    Master of Commerce (MCom) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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Master in Economics in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 11 universities and colleges offer 52 Master programmes in Economics. Popular study locations are Pretoria, Rondebosch, Durban and Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Cape Town, University of Pretoria and University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Master programmes in Economics?

The directory lists 52 Master programmes in Economics at 11 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Pretoria, Rondebosch and Durban.

How long does a Master in Economics take?

A Master programme usually takes 1 to 2 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most Master programmes in Economics in South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Cape Town, University of Pretoria, University of KwaZulu-Natal, University of South Africa and Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU).

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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