The Faculty's research output has grown, in response to the need for research that is relevant to the improvement of health and health care and advancing medicine in South Africa, Africa and globally. This Pharmacology 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:
- MBChB (or equivalent) degree or relevant master's degree.
Online application (fill in first and second choice) and application fee
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Applies to you. Non-residents: 2,280 AUD / year (≈ 26,475 ZAR / year)
Domestic
Applies to you. Citizens or residents: 2,280 AUD / year (≈ 26,475 ZAR / year)
Additional Details
Non-SADC students: added international fee of R4,725
Living costs
Pretoria, South Africa
740-888 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 Pharmacology.
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 — U.S. government; Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships — The Association of Commonwealth Universities; Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 03 Jun 2027
- ServiceScape Scholarship — ServiceScape; Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — ACES Education Fund; Grant: 3500 USD; Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation; Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — IvyPanda; Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 31 Oct 2026; Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Voice Talent Online; Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Salvado Law; Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 13 Jan 2027; Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Anonymous Hope Fund; Grant: 3000 USD; Deadline: 31 Dec 2026; Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — IELTS from 6 to 9; Grant: 1500 USD; Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme; Grant: 12000 USD; Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
