Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026, National (This is an estimated deadline. The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.)
Language
English
TOEFL® iBT OR 83
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Pretoria, South Africa
Disciplines
Drama
Overview
About the programme
The Faculty of Humanities provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential. You will be entering a stimulating environment that will broaden your intellectual horizons and help you achieve personal and professional success through the best possible learning experience.
As the most diverse Faculty of the University of Pretoria, we offer an exciting and comprehensive range of programmes and discipline-based majors, including studies in languages, social sciences and visual and performing arts. This Drama PhD programme is offered at the University of Pretoria.
Programme Structure
Structure:
- A doctoral study is assessed on the basis of a doctoral thesis in the traditional format or in the form of a collection of published works, creative works and/or other scholarly contributions (articles and essays etc.).
- Oral defense: The faculty regulations may determine that an oral defense should form part of the academic requirements for the qualification.
- A professional doctorate is assessed on the outcome of the research component as well as the required coursework modules in accordance with the approved faculty regulations.
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 OR 83
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission Requirements
- Relevant master’s degree
- A cumulative weighted average of at least 65% for the master’s degree
- An admissions essay/examination may be required
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.) Applies to you. Non-residents. 2,300 AUD / year ≈ 26,475 ZAR / year
- Domestic (Tuition fee for the domestic students.) Applies to you. Citizens or residents. 2,300 AUD / year ≈ 26,475 ZAR / year
Additional Details
Non-SADC students: added international fee of R4,725
Living costs
Pretoria, South Africa
746-896 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.