Key information Duration Full-time: 24 months Part-time: 48 months Start dates & application deadlines You can apply for and start
this programme anytime. Offered throughout the year with multiple intakes. Language English. TOEFL iBT: 100. Credits 360 alternative credits Delivered On Campus Campus Location Johannesburg, South Africa Disciplines Political Science Overview We have a lively community of doctoral students under the supervision of members of staff in the department. Our PhD students participate fully in the postgraduate life of the department. Careers Completing a Ph.D in Political Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg can open up a range of career opportunities, including academic positions, research roles in government and non-governmental organisations, and roles in think tanks and policy institutes. Programme Structure The Department of Political Studies has a diverse faculty with expertise in a range of fields, including: political theory African politics development studies public policy human rights social movements transitional justice gender and sexuality religion and politics 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: 100. Other requirements General requirements All PhD applicants must have 70% or above in their Masters course work or Masters by Research To be accepted into our Ph.D programme you need to have a Ph.D supervisor confirmed as part of the application process A short research proposal (aim for roughly 3,000 words, and try and include your research questions, a brief account of the relevant literature and your place within it, and a short sketch of your proposed research methods) A sample of your academic writing (usually your MA dissertation, but can also be an essay from a postgraduate course) Complete academic transcript(s) A current CV Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International (Non-residents): 31,439 ZAR / year Domestic (Citizens or residents): 31,439 ZAR / year Living costs Johannesburg, South Africa: 729-1,040 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Funding Scholarships: Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Political Studies.
