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
Biochemistry
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 Biochemistry 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
- Relevant master’s degree
- A weighted average of at least 60% for the master’s degree
- An admission 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
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
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Biochemistry.
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 07 Oct 2026. Provider: U.S. government.
- The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships — Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 03 Jun 2027. Provider: The Association of Commonwealth Universities.
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 30 Nov 2026. Provider: ServiceScape.
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3500 USD. Deadline: 15 Nov 2026. Provider: ACES Education Fund.
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: Not specified. Merit-based. Provider: OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation.
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 31 Oct 2026. Merit-based. Provider: IvyPanda.
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 01 Mar 2027. Provider: Voice Talent Online.
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 13 Jan 2027. Merit-based. Provider: Salvado Law.
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3000 USD. Deadline: 31 Dec 2026. Need-based. Provider: Anonymous Hope Fund.
- BOC Sciences Chemistry Scholarship Program — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 31 Oct 2026. Merit-based. Provider: BOCSCI Inc.
- Creative BioMart Scholarship Program — Grant: 1000 USD. Deadline: 31 Oct 2026. Merit-based. Provider: Creative BioMart.
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Grant: Various benefits. Deadline: 31 Dec 2026. Need-based. Provider: Leopold Figl Foundation.
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1500 USD. Deadline: Not specified. Provider: IELTS from 6 to 9.
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12000 USD. Deadline: 11 Jan 2027. Provider: The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme.
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