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About

This African Languages degree programme is offered by the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Pretoria.

Overview

About the programme

The Faculty of Humanities provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential. You will be entering a stimulating environment that will broaden your intellectual horizons and help you achieve personal and professional success through the best possible learning experience.

As the most diverse Faculty of the University of Pretoria, we offer an exciting and comprehensive range of programmes and discipline-based majors, including studies in languages, social sciences and visual and performing arts. This African Languages PhD 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

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More details

Application closing dates:

  • South Africa – November 11
  • Non-SA – September 30

Language

English
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
83

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

What 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

TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
83

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • 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

Admission Requirements

  • Relevant master’s degree
  • A weighted average of at least 65% for the research component of the master’s degree
  • An admissions essay/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
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Scholarships Information

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