Overview

Key Features

The Faculty of Theology and Religion is one of the leading theological institutions in South Africa and in Africa at large. It is known for its quality research, relevant teaching and learning programmes, and community engagement, especially through its Centres.

The University of Pretoria has the oldest fully-fledged Faculty of Theology and Religion in South Africa, and our Faculty is rated first in Africa and 14th in the world in terms of research impact.
This is proof of the high standard at which theology is practised at the University of Pretoria and the fact that academic excellence is a non-negotiable trait of the Faculty. The Dogmatics and Christian Ethics programme is offered by University of Pretoria.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Prospective doctoral students register for Theology Doctoral Preparatory (Code 06290001) if so determined by the Admission Committee of the Postgraduate Committee.

The registration period for Theology Doctoral Preparatory is maximum one year, and the student must prepare a substantial research proposal under supervision of the supervisor. If necessary, the supervisor may prescribe additional fundamental material (eg research methodology) which is essential for the preparation of the thesis, to be studied and assessed formally.
Once the supervisor has completed the assessment to his or her satisfaction and the research proposal is recommended by the relevant head of department and approved by the Research and Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Theology, the student will be allowed to register for the appropriate doctoral programme.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Application closing date: November 30

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

83

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies Ethics View 3 other PhDs in Ethics in South Africa

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

83

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Other requirements

General requirements

Relevant master’s degree.
At least 65% for the research component at master’s level.
Students who obtained 63% to 64% may be considered for PhD Preparatory studies.
English language proficiency as determined by a proficiency test.
Hebrew passed at second-year level of the bachelor’s degree (for the MTh in Old Testament Studies) or an admissions examination may be required.
Greek passed at second-year level of the bachelor’s degree (for the MTh New Testament Studies).
or an admissions examination may be required.

Tuition Fee

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International

22460 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22460 ZAR per year during 24 months.
National

22460 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22460 ZAR per year during 24 months.

Non-SADC students: added international fee of R4,040

Living costs for Pretoria

8592 - 10309 ZAR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.