Overview
About the programme
The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial and management education, as well as research and community engagement within the national, African and global context.
Our mission is to advance relevant knowledge and develop employable, innovative and diverse graduates to co-create value for society. This Public Policy programme is offered at the University of Pretoria.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- A doctoral study is assessed on the basis of a doctoral thesis in the traditional format or in the form of a collection of published works, creative works and/or other scholarly contributions (articles and essays etc.).
- Oral defense: The faculty regulations may determine that an oral defense should form part of the academic requirements for the qualification.
- A professional doctorate is assessed on the outcome of the research component as well as the required coursework modules in accordance with the approved faculty regulations.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Application closing dates:
- South Africa – September 30
- Non-SA – August 31
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Public Policy View 5 other PhDs in Public Policy in South AfricaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- An accredited master’s degree in Public Administration or a related discipline from an accredited tertiary educational institution.
- A minimum of 65 % for the master’s dissertation which must have been externally examined.
- All applicants are subject to a selection process by a departmental panel of academic experts (the Postgraduate Committee of the SPMA) in accordance with departmental prerequisites.
- The Postgraduate Committee of the SMPA may set additional admission requirements in accordance with the area of specialisation of the candidate.
- A preliminary research proposal on a topic selected in consultation with the assigned study leader will be submitted to the Post Graduate Committee of the SPMA.
Tuition Fee
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International
22460 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22460 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
22460 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22460 ZAR per year during 24 months.
- Non-SADC students: added international fee of R4,040
Living costs for Pretoria
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
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Available Scholarships
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