Overview

What does a PhD (Music) from Stellenbosch University entail?

Doctoral degrees in the arts are research degrees culminating in a dissertation. The study as a whole can consist of theoretical work or it can be the result of an integrated study of the creative processes and theoretical work which are reported in the dissertation.

The unique nature of the integrated option is derived from the coherence and interdependency of the study of the creative processes and theoretical dimensions of the research leading to an original contribution to knowledge of and insight into the arts.

All material presented for the dissertation, including the creative work, should be in a format that can be archived and thereby be available to other users.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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79

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Music View 5 other PhDs in Music in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An audition is required for the options Practical Music Study (Solo voice / Solo instrument / Accompaniment / Chamber Music / Conducting).

A portfolio of compositions must be submitted when applying for the Composition option

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21544 ZAR / year

≈ 21544 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

21544 ZAR / year

≈ 21544 ZAR / year

Living costs

Stellenbosch

South Africa

7630 - 10640 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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