Overview

Study for the PhD Engineering degree at Stellenbosch University usually takes at least three years on a full-time basis.

Features

The maximum time allowed for the PhD programme is four years for full-time study and seven years for part-time study.
In addition to the dissertation, students must also submit at least one research paper and at least one ready for submission (by the time the examination takes place) on their research work, for publication in professional journals. The articles must be of a standard approved by the promoter.
Part-time students must have off-campus access to the Internet and e-mail. All students have to attend classes, tests and examinations on campus.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Numerical Methods;

Advanced Design;

Advanced Dynamics;

Advanced Fluid Dynamics;

Advanced Heat Transfer.

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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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 5 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology 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

Each PhD candidate must submit, typically within 6 to 9 months after first registration irrespective of official start date and taking into account the due dates given below, a written research proposal and an executive summary. The research proposal (typically 20-30 pages long) must contain the following:
An extensive exposition of the literature relevant to the PhD study, as well as synthesis and evaluation of the most important themes found in the literature.

A clear explanation of the study's objectives, with specific reference to how it relates to previously published work, and what the expected original contribution of the study will be.

A clear explanation of the infrastructure (including software, equipment, laboratories, operating cost, etc.) that will be required to complete the study, as well as arrangements that have been made to ensure that the infrastructure will be available.

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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

35085 ZAR / year

≈ 35085 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

35085 ZAR / year

≈ 35085 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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