The importance of pursuing a postgraduate qualification has become more evident with most of the careers showcased in Career Paths, requiring a minimum of a postgraduate qualification (for example: Honours Degree, Postgraduate Diploma, Master’s Degree or a PHD).
You can find out more about the various postgraduate courses at University of Johannesburg:
Degree Description
The Honours programme in Applied Mathematics (H2001Q) curriculum consists of NINE semester modules (own choice) and a short, written project (APM8X00) (compulsory). Semester modules are examined at the end of the semester in which they are presented. The project is supervised by a lecturer and presented by the student as a lecture at a predetermined time. The project has the weight of one semester module, examined internally. The choice of the semester modules is done in consultation with the Head of Department. Approved modules from related study fields up to a maximum of one year or two semester modules may be included in the Honours curriculum).
Admission Requirements
Bachelor’s degree with Applied Mathematics as major.
A minimum average of 60% in the final year of undergraduate Applied Mathematics.
Funding information
Students are encouraged to apply for the NRF bursaries, https://www.nrf.ac.za/content/nrf-postgraduate-scholarships-full-time-studies-2020
Students can also apply for the UJ post-graduate funding opportunities.
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate-school/Pages/Funding-for-Postgraduate-Studies.aspx
Programme Administrator
Prof Farai Nyabadza
fnyabadza@uj.ac.za
or
Dr Keagan Anderson
kanderson@uj.ac.za
Degree Description
The Honours programme in Mathematics (H2016Q) consists of 7 semester modules and a short, written project. The project is done under the supervision of a member of the Department and must be presented as a lecture. It has the weight of two subject modules and is examined internally. Modules are selected in consultation with the Department and may be exchanged with modules from other departments; for example from Applied Mathematics, Statistics and Economics and Econometrics.
Admission Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as major.
- A minimum average of 60% in the final year of undergraduate Mathematics.
- Pass the entrance exam (internal candidates with an average mark of at least 65% in the final year of undergraduate Mathematics may be exempted from writing the entrance exam, at the sole discretion of the Department).
Funding information
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate/Pages/Funding-and-Bursaries-.aspx
Programme Administrator
Dr Gareth Braatvedt
gabraatvedt@uj.ac.za
Degree Description
The curriculum consists of:
A dissertation and such additional research work as may be prescribed by the Departmental Head.
Master’s degree studies consist of a guided research project that must be submitted in the form of a dissertation at the end of the study period.
Please note: Admission to the master’s programme is subject to approval by the Department’s Higher Degrees Committee.
Admission Requirements
At least 65% average in Applied Mathematics Honours modules or an equivalent qualification at an equivalent standard.
Funding information
- Students are encouraged to apply for the NRF bursaries, https://www.nrf.ac.za/content/nrf-postgraduate-scholarships-full-time-studies-2020
- Students can also apply for the UJ post-graduate funding opportunities.
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate-school/Pages/Funding-for-Postgraduate-Studies.aspx
- Students can also apply for the UJ Faculty of Science top-up bursary through the supervisor(s)
- Students can also apply for the UJ Faculty of Science merit bursary through the supervisor(s)
- Students can also apply for the UJ MD Nagraadse Beurs through the supervisor(s)
Programme Administrator
Dr Gareth Braatvedt
gabraatvedt@uj.ac.za
Degree Description
The Masters study programme comprises a dissertation based on an approved topic.
Admission Requirements
- Completion of a relevant honours degree
- A minimum of 65% average for the Honours degree
- Approval of the application by the Department
Funding information
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate/Pages/Funding-and-Bursaries-.aspx
Programme Administrator
Dr Gareth Braatvedt
gabraatvedt@uj.ac.za
Degree Description
The purpose of the doctoral programme is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of specialisation.
The doctoral study programme comprises a thesis which makes an original contribution to the research field approved for the study.
Please note:Â Admission to the Doctoral programme is subject to approval by the Department and availability of a supervisor in the intended field of study.
Admission Requirements
At least 60% in  MSc Applied Mathematics or an equivalent qualification at an equivalent standard.
Funding information
- Students are encouraged to apply for the NRF bursaries, https://www.nrf.ac.za/content/nrf-postgraduate-scholarships-full-time-studies-2020
- Students can also apply for the UJ post-graduate funding opportunities.
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate-school/Pages/Funding-for-Postgraduate-Studies.aspx
- Students can also apply for the UJ Faculty of Science top-up bursary through the supervisor(s)
- Students can also apply for the UJ Faculty of Science merit bursary through the supervisor(s)
- Students can also apply for the UJ MD Nagraadse Beurs through the supervisor(s)
Programme Administrator
Dr Gareth Braatvedt
gabraatvedt@uj.ac.za
Degree Description
The doctoral study programme comprises a thesis which makes an original contribution to the research field approved for the study.
Admission Requirements
- Completion of a relevant masters degree
- A minimum of 65% average for the masters degree
- Approval of the application by the Department
Funding information
https://www.uj.ac.za/postgraduate/Pages/Funding-and-Bursaries-.aspx
Programme Administrator
Dr Gareth Braatvedt
gabraatvedt@uj.ac.za