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8 Best Media & Communication Programs in South Africa

There are 8 Media & Communication programs in South Africa, spread across 3 universities — most run 2 years. Courses from University of Pretoria, Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science and Univerisity of Mpumalanga come first, because those universities rank highest.

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How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of Pretoria at #362 — so it heads the list. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Pretoria is cited most (3,266,028 citations).

Inside the course list

By level: 5 diploma and 3 bachelor's. The usual length is 2 years and 4 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Univerisity of Mpumalanga offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in South Africa for Media & Communication?

University of Pretoria (QS World #362), Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science (#23 in South Africa) and Univerisity of Mpumalanga (#26 in South Africa) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Media & Communication course take in South Africa?

Most listed courses run 2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

When do Media & Communication courses start in South Africa?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Media & Communication courses in South Africa?

Univerisity of Mpumalanga, with 4, ahead of Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science (3).

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