Study International Relations in South Africa
21 programmes in international relations at 2 universities in South Africa are open to international students; 100% are taught in English.
Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
International Relations programmes
21 programmes
International Relations in South Africa by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 4 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 11 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 5 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within international relations
Science and International Studies 10 International Development 7 Security Studies 2 International Relations 2
Universities for international relations in South Africa
Study International Relations in South Africa: common questions
- How many international relations programmes are there in South Africa?
- 21 international relations programmes at 2 universities in South Africa are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
- Can I study international relations in South Africa in English?
- Yes — 100% of the international relations programmes in South Africa in our catalogue are taught in English (21 of 21).
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