Overview
Candidates at University of Kwazulu Natal are eligible to apply for selection to register for the qualification of Doctor of Philosophy in Occupational and Environmental Health provided they have obtained a relevant Master’s degree or an appropriate professional qualification deemed appropriate by the school.
Objectives
- Train health professionals to acquire an in-depth knowledge of workplace related health and safety problems.
- Provide professionals with an understanding of how to identify, assess, evaluate and control such hazards
- Provide health professionals with the skills to anticipate recognise and manage associated health effects.
- Provide such professionals with the skills to conduct basic research into workplace related health issues.
- Provide such professionals with the knowledge of industrial processes and its effect on health issues
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Occupational and Environmental Health
- Environmental Studies
- Environmental Sciences
- Ecology
- Biology
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
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General requirements
- Candidates are eligible to apply for selection to register for the qualification of Doctor of Philosophy (Occupational & Environmental Health) provided they have obtained a relevant Master’s degree or an appropriate professional qualification deemed appropriate by the School.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 397 AUD / year (≈ 4,600 ZAR / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 397 AUD / year (≈ 4,600 ZAR / year)
Living costs
Durban, South Africa: 674-812 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Occupational and Environmental Health.
Available Scholarships
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 2026-10-07
- The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 2027-06-03
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2026-11-30
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3500 USD — Deadline: 2026-11-15
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified (merit-based)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2026-10-31 (merit-based)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2027-03-01
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2027-01-13 (merit-based)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3000 USD — Deadline: 2026-12-31 (need-based)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1500 USD — Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12000 USD — Deadline: 2027-01-11
Key information
Start dates: Starting February 2027. Application deadline not specified.
Language: English
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Durban, South Africa
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