Overview

About the programme

SCITECHED takes the imperative of teacher development for SET training very seriously, and have several plans in development to make a real difference in how teachers in Mathematics, Science, Technology and Learning Technologies are trained. This Education - STEM programme is offered at the University of Johannesburg.

Programme Structure

Structure:

The PhD (Education) requires a candidate to undertake research at an advanced academic level culminating in the production, defence and acceptance of a thesis.
The candidate is required to demonstrate high-level research capability and make a significant and original academic contribution to the field of Education.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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Credits

350 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

STEM Education

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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Other requirements

General requirements

Prospective candidates will have obtained a MEd (a minimum of 65%); or
Prospective candidates will have obtained a teacher’s diploma/teaching qualification, plus an appropriate master’s degree as well as work experience in the field of study.

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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

23620 ZAR / year

≈ 23620 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

23620 ZAR / year

≈ 23620 ZAR / year

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 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

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Education - STEM.

Available Scholarships

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