Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Oct 2026
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 83
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
Disciplines
- Forestry
Overview
About the programme
The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences presents degrees in fields ranging from the proverbial A to Z – from actuaries to zoologists, and consists of 13 departments.
All degree programmes are designed to develop problem-solving individuals who can easily adapt to changing circumstances and take the lead in their chosen fields of specialisation. The qualifications awarded are of world-class and provide access to a multitude of career opportunities for dynamic and creative people.
In the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, we strive to continuously improve our high impact research and significantly address the national shortage of PhD graduates that respond to global and local challenges. This Forest Science 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: 83
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission Requirements
- MSc degree or MScAgric degree or relevant master’s degree
- A weighted average of at least 65% for the master’s degree
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.
Non-residents: 2,287 AUD / year ≈ 26,475 ZAR / year
Domestic
Tuition fee for the domestic students.
Citizens or residents: 2,287 AUD / year ≈ 26,475 ZAR / year
Additional Details
Non-SADC students: added international fee of R4,725
Living costs
Pretoria, South Africa
742-891 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 Forest Science.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, U.S. government. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 2026-10-07
- The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships — Independent provider, The Association of Commonwealth Universities. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 2027-06-03
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider, ServiceScape. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 2026-11-30
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider, ACES Education Fund. Grant: 3500 USD. Deadline: 2026-11-15
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider, Merit-based, OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation. Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Not specified
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider, Merit-based, IvyPanda. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 2026-10-31
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider, Voice Talent Online. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 2027-03-01
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider, Merit-based, Salvado Law. Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 2027-01-13
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider, Need-based, Anonymous Hope Fund. Grant: 3000 USD. Deadline: 2026-12-31
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider, IELTS from 6 to 9. Grant: 1500 USD. Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider, The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme. Grant: 12000 USD. Deadline: 2027-01-11
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