Overview
About the programme
The graduates of our school at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg play key roles in industry and society and we have a reputation for producing well-rounded graduates who have a strong managerial and technological base.
Over the years, the School of Construction Economics and Management has produced the majority of registered professional construction managers, construction project managers and quantity surveyors in South Africa.
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
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Construction Management View 3 other PhDs in Construction Management in South AfricaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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
- A suitable Masters degree from Wits or another university;
- A supervisor from the Faculty of Engineering or the Built Environment must be identified and approached prior to application.
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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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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