University of the Witwatersrand
University
Johannesburg, South Africa 🇿🇦
Leading research university in Johannesburg. Strong in mining engineering, medicine, law, and social sciences. Anti-apartheid history. Diverse student body.
Programs (27)
Bachelor of Architecture
Develops design thinking, technical drawing, and building design practices relevant to contemporary South African architecture. Includes urban design, sustainable building, and heritage conservation.
Bachelor of Arts in English Literature
Analyzes South African, African, and world literature through critical and historical lenses. Emphasizes close reading, literary analysis, and contemporary cultural production.
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Analyzes South African politics, international relations, and governance structures with focus on post-apartheid institutional development. Encourages critical engagement with contemporary political debates.
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Prepares students for chartered accountancy through technical accounting, auditing, and financial reporting standards. Aligned with international accounting principles and South African regulations.
Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Management
Focuses on corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial planning within the South African context. Incorporates real-world case studies and partnerships with major financial institutions.
Bachelor of Commerce in Management
Covers organizational behavior, strategy, human resources, and operations management with South African business case studies. Internships provide practical management experience.
Bachelor of Education in Secondary Mathematics
Prepares secondary teachers through content knowledge and pedagogical training in mathematics education. Includes school placements and curriculum design focused on South African educational goals.
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Comprehensive legal education covering constitutional law, criminal law, commercial law, and legal practice in South Africa. Includes practical training through law clinics and internships.
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
Six-year program training doctors through classroom instruction, clinical rotations, and research projects at affiliated teaching hospitals. Prepares graduates for medical licensing in South Africa.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Covers structural design, construction management, and infrastructure development relevant to South African development projects. Field experience includes site supervision and building assessment.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Covers programming, software engineering, algorithms, and data systems with modern development frameworks. Capstone project involves industry-relevant applications and emerging technologies.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
A comprehensive program covering circuit theory, power systems, telecommunications, and control systems. Students gain practical experience through laboratory work and industry placements in Johannesburg's technology sector.
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management
Addresses environmental sustainability, conservation policy, and resource management relevant to South African ecosystems. Fieldwork across biomes and environmental consulting projects included.
Bachelor of Science in Geology
Explores mineralogy, structural geology, and economic geology with focus on South Africa's rich mineral resources and mining industry. Field schools and laboratory work predominate.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry
Combines theoretical chemistry with industrial applications including petrochemistry, mineral processing, and pharmaceuticals. Laboratory-intensive program with placements at leading chemical manufacturers.
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Examines microbial pathogenesis, immunology, and laboratory diagnostics with emphasis on African health challenges. Includes internships at research institutes and clinical laboratories.
Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering
Mining engineering with focus on mineral extraction, safety, and environmental management. Industry placements in mines.
Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Covers drug design, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical manufacturing with regulatory compliance emphasis. Laboratory work and internships at pharmaceutical companies prepare students for licensing.
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Studies human behavior, cognitive processes, and mental health within South African cultural contexts. Clinical and research pathways prepare graduates for further specialization.
Certificate in Data Analytics
Intensive introductory program in data analysis tools, visualization, and business intelligence fundamentals. Suitable for career changers and professionals seeking specialized skills.
Diploma in Radiography
Technical training in medical imaging technologies including X-ray, ultrasound, and CT scanning with clinical practice at teaching hospitals. Prepares students for professional registration.
Doctor of Philosophy in Nanotechnology
Doctoral research in nanomaterial synthesis, characterization, and applications across multiple disciplines including medicine, electronics, and environmental remediation. Collaborative projects with international research centers.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Executive-level management education combining strategy, finance, and organizational leadership with African business context. Case-based learning and industry partnerships predominate.
Master of Laws (LLM) in Constitutional Law
Advanced study of South African constitutional frameworks, human rights jurisprudence, and comparative constitutional systems. Emphasizes post-apartheid constitutional development and litigation.
Master of Science in Epidemiology
Advanced training in disease surveillance, biostatistics, and public health research methods addressing African health priorities. Research thesis component focused on infectious disease patterns.
Master of Science in Medical Virology
Intensive research training in viral pathogenesis, diagnostics, and vaccine development with emphasis on infectious diseases prevalent in Southern Africa. Laboratory-based thesis research required.
Master of Science in Structural Engineering
Specialized training in advanced structural design, computational modeling, and construction engineering relevant to large-scale South African infrastructure projects.