Overview

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.

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

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 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

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100

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

International Relations View 3 other PhDs in International Relations in South Africa

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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100

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6.5

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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)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31439 ZAR / year

≈ 31439 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

31439 ZAR / year

≈ 31439 ZAR / year

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for International Relations.

Available Scholarships

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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