Overview

Political Science candidates at Stellenbosch University are required to undertake independent research under the supervision of a promoter and to submit a written research report in the form of a dissertation.

This dissertation is evaluated internally as well as externally.

Features

The candidate must also undergo an oral examination which focuses on the content of the dissertation and the candidate’s knowledge of the discipline.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The programme focuses on contemporary issues in the different fields of Political Science and International Studies.

Particular emphasis is placed on research problems that are related to South and Southern Africa, and that are linked to the Department’s research programmes.

The content of the dissertation is determined by the nature of the research problem that is being investigated, the content of the research aim and the procedures for gathering data.

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

Political Science View 7 other PhDs in Political Science 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

A master’s degree with postgraduate training in research methodology.

A candidate who has not completed a postgraduate research methodology course must register for the equivalent thereof at the department.

Final admission to doctoral studies is dependent on the acceptance of a research proposal.

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Tuition Fees

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

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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.

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