Overview

The Faculty of Humanities is committed to excellence in scholarship and tuition, and to the ideals of human dignity, freedom of expression and the pursuit of knowledge, in order to advance our understanding and to increase the social good. This Sociology programme is offered at the University of Johannesburg.

Mission

We are committed to:

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Innovative and committed teaching
Illustrious research outputs
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Programme Structure

Structure:

The doctoral study programme comprises a thesis written under supervision that makes an original contribution to the field on a topic selected in consultation with the Department
A doctoral defence (of the proposal and the thesis) is required in accordance with the regulations of the Faculty of Humanities. An article ready for publication on the thesis content is also required.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 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

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Sociology View 12 other PhDs in Sociology 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

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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Other requirements

General requirements

Access will be considered for a candidate who is in possession of a university-based master’s qualification in Sociology/Industrial Sociology/Social Impact Assessment at NQF level 8 or HEQC level 9.
The doctorate comprises a thesis. The department must specifically approve the field of study, the research topic, methodology and problem statement before the candidate may register.

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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.

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Scholarships Information

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