Overview

Principle domains within computer science include artificial intelligence, data science, robotics, database systems, human computer interaction, vision and graphics, formal languages, logic and the theory of computing.

Why study Computer Science?

When you pursue the MSc by Research in Computer Science offered by University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, the topic that you will focus on will be formulated by you and your chosen supervisor. The wide variety of research interests in the school allows you to work on problems that you find interesting and which the broader community considers important.

Why study Computer Science at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg ?

The primary value of any educational institution is the group of people that it places you with. The researchers which Wits affords you the opportunity to work with are leading figures in their respective fields. You will join a motivated and very productive group of students who are publishing original research both locally and internationally.

Career Opportunities

Software engineering, Machine Learning, Data Science, Academia, Robotics, Information Technology, Finance.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Robotics
Computer Vision
Algorithms & Theory
Human-Computer Interaction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Offered throughout the year with multiple intakes.

Language

English

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor of Science Honours in a related field with a minimum weighted average of 65%.
A supervisor from the School must be identified and approached prior to application.
A candidate will only be accepted into the programme if a staff member has agreed to supervise their research. The onus is on the applicant to contact staff members working in fields of interest. Applicants are encouraged to contact the coordinator for assistance with this process.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16210 ZAR / year

≈ 16210 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16210 ZAR / year

≈ 16210 ZAR / year

Additional Details

Full-time: R32 420 – R44 720

Full-time (second term): R16 520 – R22 610

Part-time: R21 620 – R29 930

Part-time (second term): R11 670 – R15 140

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why study Computer Science?

Why study Computer Science at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg ?

Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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