Overview
The actual content of a Mathematics PhD thesis at University of Cape Town cannot be fully specified at the start. Instead, you embark on a research project with your supervisor, and as the results unfold they set the direction in which you continue.
Features
- At the end of this process, you should arrive at research independence, which means you can formulate and successfully pursue your own research projects.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Typically this is on a relatively narrow question in a particular subdiscipline, which is studied in depth and for which novel results are found.
- Moreover, the dissertation you write should be fully at the level of publishable research as regards the maturity of insight into the important issues in the field and the quality of the presentation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Students can apply to the PhDs throughout the year.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Mathematics View 11 other PhDs in Mathematics 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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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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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/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months. -
National
25680 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25680 ZAR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Cape Town
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
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Mathematics.
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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