Overview
About the programme
At present our PhD degree in International Relations at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is undertaken exclusively by research culminating in the production of a thesis. In intended field of research much clearly be part of the discipline of IR. Moreover, the topic needs align with the expertise of an IR member of staff.
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
- offered throughout the year with multiple intakes
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
International Relations View 3 other PhDs in International Relations 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
- Certified copy of your degree certificates (unless graduation date falls in the following academic year. However, once your final marks are published, the University will require you to upload your complete academic transcript in order to confirm your acceptance to the programme.)
- Certified copy of an academic transcript for all your academic qualifications
- SAQA evaluation (international applicants and South African candidates who studies abroad.)
- Proof of English proficiency (international applicants, unless medium of instruction was English)
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of application fee payment.
- Sample of written work (for a PhD this must be a Masters Research Report, Dissertation or published paper (with the applicant as first author))
- Short proposal (2 to 3 pages in length)
Tuition Fee
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International
30770 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30770 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
30770 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30770 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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