Description, selection and outcomes
Structure of the programme
Teaching modes
Admission requirements
Application information
Description,
selection and outcomes
The masters programme is an online teaching programme supplemented
with interactive satellite broadcasts. A limited number
of students are selected on the basis of academic performance
and other requirements. The selection results will be available
on 1 December and students will be notified by mail. Selected
students should inform the Africa Centre in writing before
the end of the second week in January whether they will
be proceeding with the course.
The masters programme builds on the knowledge, competencies
and managerial skills acquired with the PDM. While the PDM
focuses on a general outline and synopsis of HIV and AIDS
management, the MPhil provides even finer detail and empowers
students to fully utilise their skills.
Structure of the programme
| The MPhil consists of a technical report and the following
four courses: |
- Research methodology
- Social responsibility and ethics
- Strategic human resource management
- Epidemiology
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Teaching modes
| The masters programme makes use of the following modes
of teaching: |
- Online teaching using WebCT
- Interactive satellite broadcasts
- Analyses of case studies
- Projects that enable students to apply the knowledge,
skills and attitudes learned
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Admission requirements
The entry requirements for the masters programme are:
- the Postgraduate Diploma in HIV/AIDS Management (PDM)with
an average of at least 65%
- work experience
- computer, internet and e-mail skills
Application information
Prospective students have to apply in writing before 30
November of the year prior to their studies.
Please ensure that you complete two application forms:
| 1. Africa Centre application form |
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| 2. University application form |
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Tuition fee
Tuition fee for 2009: R15 864 |
