Overview

Candidates at University of Kwazulu Natal are eligible to apply for selection to register for the qualification of Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational and Environmental Health provided they have obtained a relevant Master’s degree or an appropriate professional qualification deemed appropriate by the school.

Objectives

Train health professionals to acquire an in-depth knowledge of workplace related health and safety problems.
Provide professionals with an understanding of how to identify, assess, evaluate and control such hazards
Provide health professionals with the skills to anticipate recognise and manage associated health effects.
Provide such professionals with the skills to conduct basic research into workplace related health issues.
Provide such professionals with the knowledge of industrial processes and its effect on health issues

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Occupational and Environmental Health

Environmental Studies

Environmental Sciences

Ecology

Biology

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Occupational Health and Safety

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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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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates are eligible to apply for selection to register for the qualification of Doctor of Philosophy (Occupational & Environmental Health) provided they have obtained a relevant Master’s degree or an appropriate professional qualification deemed appropriate by the School.

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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

4600 ZAR / year

≈ 4600 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4600 ZAR / year

≈ 4600 ZAR / year

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 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 Occupational and Environmental Health.

Available Scholarships

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