Overview

About the programme

The degree of Doctorate of Philosophy in Information Systems at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is the IS division's highest degree and is only offered through supervised research, to be conducted on an approved topic.

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
- 24 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

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Information Systems

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

The candidate should hold a Master’s degree in a related field (e.g. Information Systems/Informatics) with a minimum of 65% for the final mark.
The candidates should provide the first five (5) pages of written work of their Master’s dissertation.
Candidates who completed their Master’s degree by research will be expected to provide contact details of their previous supervisor for a recommendation letter that would state the candidate’s ability to conduct research at the PhD level.
A PhD Research Proposal of six (6) to ten (10) pages must accompany the PhD application, including references. The proposed research should show clear promise of a sufficient contribution to knowledge to fulfil the degree programme's requirements
Availability of supervision capacity and a supervisor in the proposed area of study.

Tuition Fee

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International

30390 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30390 ZAR per year during 24 months.
National

30390 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30390 ZAR per year during 24 months.

R6,970 registration fee for international students

Living costs for Johannesburg

8434 - 12036 ZAR /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Information Systems.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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