Overview

As a PhD student at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, you will be required to present your Research to the Development Studies Board, before submission to the Faculty.

Potential Careers

Potential Employers
Research Analyst
Research Coordinator / Assistant
Public Policy Researcher
Senior Policy Analyst
Development Consultant
Management Consultant
Quality Control/ Quality Assurance Specialist
Project Coordinator/ Manager
Educator
Peace/ Human Rights Activist
International Aid Worker
Community Development / Liaison Officer
Social Worker
Immigration Officer
Programmes Advisor

Programme Structure

Structure:

The PhD is awarded on the basis of a thesis only.
This thesis must constitute a substantial contribution to the advancement of new knowledge in the subject chosen as such, the degree demands the capacity to pursue independent research and analysis at the highest level.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

offered throughout the year with multiple intakes

Language

English

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100

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

International Development View 4 other PhDs in International Development 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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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

70% and above average for your Masters
Social Sciences background is an advantage
NQF of 9 on SAQA ( Only for International Students)
Work or Volunteer experience in the Development field an added advantage

Supporting documents required with your application (International & Non-Wits Applicants):

CV
Certified copies of your academic record
Certified copy of Certificate of Evaluation from the South African Qualifications Authority.
Letter of Motivation as to why you wish to pursue this line of study
Sample of Work (may be a marked essay or a chapter from previous research conducted, etc.)
A 5-page Research Proposal outlining your research interest (Masters by Research)

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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

32500 ZAR / year

≈ 32500 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

32500 ZAR / year

≈ 32500 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.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Development Studies.

Available Scholarships

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