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 Reproductive Biology programme is offered at the University of Pretoria.
Programme 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.
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
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country.
2,280 AUD / year ≈ 26,475 ZAR / year
Domestic: 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.
