Overview
About the programme
At the close of the period for research and after consultation with the appointed supervisor, a candidate will be expected to submit, with the supervisor’s approval, a thesis for examination.
The thesis must constitute a substantial contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the subject chosen and must be satisfactory as regards literary style and presentation. This Electrical Engineering programme is offered at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
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
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Please contact the university for details.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Electrical Engineering View 8 other PhDs in Electrical Engineering in South AfricaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Master of Science in Engineering or equivalent cognate qualification (NQF 9)
- Applicants are required to secure a supervisor to supervise the Dissertation before an application is made.
Tuition Fee
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International
36110 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 36110 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
36110 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 36110 ZAR per year during 24 months.
- R6,970 registration fee for international students
Living costs for Johannesburg
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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