Overview
Why study Archaeology at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg?
With a strong tradition in both teaching and research, the School of Geography, Archaeology and Environmental Studies is ideally placed to prepare students for the profession of archaeology on the African continent.
Programme Structure
Research:
- Our department includes a diverse, research active and passionate faculty and post-graduate cohort working on southern African sites and collections spanning millions of years.
- Wits Archaeology prides itself on practicing multidisciplinary research and applying contemporary analyses to a diverse range of archaeological materials derived from active excavations and extensive collections.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- offered throughout the year with multiple intakes
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Archaeology View 4 other PhDs in Archaeology 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
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Research Masters degree in a related field.
- A supervisor from the School must be identified and approached prior to application.
- For admission to a Doctor of Philosophy degree, the applicant should normally have produced an outstanding Masters Project.
- Please note that students applying from outside of the University of the Witwatersrand will be required to submit examples of written work before their application will be considered.
Tuition Fee
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International
30360 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30360 ZAR per year during 36 months. -
National
30360 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 30360 ZAR per year during 36 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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