Overview

A candidate shall undertake doctoral research and advanced study under the guidance of a supervisor/s appointed by Senate. The thesis must constitute a substantial contribution to knowledge in the chosen subject, must show evidence of original investigation and give a full statement of the literature on the subject.

Features

The Computational Science PhD degree from University of Cape Town demands that the candidate is able to conduct independent research on his/her own initiative.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Computational Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-12 00:00:00

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More details

Students can apply to the PhDs throughout the year.

Language

English

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88

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 9 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in South Africa

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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88

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Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

a master's degree

an honours degree, or a 4-year bachelor's degree, plus at least 1 year's registration for the master's degree

a 3-year bachelor's degree plus at least 2 years registration for a master's degree

Tuition Fee

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International

25680 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months.
National

25680 ZAR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Cape Town

9088 - 15529 ZAR /month

Living costs

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