MASTER’S PROGRAMMES

Important dates 

The academic year commences at the beginning of February. Lectures for Master’s modules are scheduled by the individual lecturers and are normally presented once a week. 

MSc: Applied Mathematics (programme code 02250172)  
MSc: Mathematics (programme code 02250185) 
MSc: Mathematics of Finance (programme code 02250186) 
MSc: Financial Engineering (programme code 02250188) 
MSc: Mathematics Education (programme code 02250187) 
MIT: Big Data Science (Our Department is partner to this interdisciplinary degree hosted by the Department Computer Science)

For admission requirements and additional information, click on the link of the relevant degree listed above.
 

Closing dates for Master’s applications are on the 30th of April of the admission year.

If you do not register for the year in which your application was accepted, you will need to reapply.

SAQA evaluation of qualifications is mandatory for international students. Peruse the info on the web page of the International Students Division (ISD) 

Application procedure
To  apply officially, go to www.up.ac.za and click Study at UP. 
Students who are currently registered at UP should apply on their UP portal.
General information on fees, loans, and bursaries can be found here

How to find a supervisor

For guidelines on how to find a supervisor for your MSc dissertation, please click here.

Confirm a supervisor and have them complete the Supervisor Nomination and Approval Form. Attach the completed form as a supporting document to your application.

Postgraduate matters
Sarchi Chair
Research Focus Areas