| Qualification |
Stream |
Code |
Admission requirements |
Credits  |
NQF |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in African Languages |
|
98403 |
A Master of Arts Degree in an African Language with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: Research Proposal Module and thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. The thesis module must be chosen according to the African Language. If the language is not listed the 'other African Language' study unit must be chosen. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in African Politics |
|
98500 |
A master's degree in African Politics with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Afrikaans |
|
98501 |
A master's degree in Afrikaans or Dutch with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Ancient Near Eastern Studies |
|
98425 |
A master's degree in Ancient Near Eastern Studies or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Anthropology |
|
98503 |
A master's degree in Anthropology with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured masters degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Arabic |
|
98459 |
A Master of Arts Degree in Arabic or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Archaeology |
|
98506 |
A master's degree in Archaeology with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured master's degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Art History |
|
98508 |
A master's degree in Art History or a related field with an average of 60%. For admission to the practice-led doctoral research option in Art History requiring a creative component, applicants are required to submit a digitised portfolio of their practical art before registration can take place. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Biblical Archaeology |
|
98461 |
A master's degree in Biblical Archaeology or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Biblical Studies (New Testament) |
|
98463 |
A master's degree in Biblical Studies (New Testament) or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Biblical Studies (Old Testament) |
|
98576 |
A master's degree in Biblical Studies (Old Testament) or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Classical Studies |
|
98510 |
A master's degree in Classical Studies or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Communication |
|
98513 |
A master's degree in Communication with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Development Studies |
|
98516 |
A master's degree in Development Studies with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured master's degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in English |
|
98520 |
A master's degree in English or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in French |
|
98521 |
A master's degree in French or a related field with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in German |
|
98523 |
A master's degree in German or a related field with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Health Studies |
|
98422 |
A master's degree in a health related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in History |
|
98525 |
A master's degree in History with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Information Science |
|
98411 |
A master's degree in Information Science or MInf degree or its equivalent, a masters degree in a subject field related to the broad multidisciplinary field of Library and Information Science and relevant to the topic in which the student wants to specialise. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A Research Proposal Module and a thesis (Students must choose the dissertation according to their field of study). Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in International Politics |
|
98531 |
A master's degree in International Politics with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Islamic Studies |
|
98472 |
A master's degree in Islamic Studies with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Italian |
|
98533 |
A master's degree in Italian with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Judaica |
|
98474 |
A master's degree in Judaica with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Linguistics |
General |
98535 - GEN |
A master's degree in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Translation Studies, Speech and Language Pathology or a language where the focus was on Linguistics topics, with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured masters degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit for consideration evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Linguistics |
Translation Studies |
98535 - TLS |
A master's degree in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Translation Studies, Speech and Language Pathology or a language, where the focus was on Linguistics topic with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured master's degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit for consideration evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Musicology |
|
98539 |
A master's degree in Musicology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: option 1: a research proposal module and a thesis on a musicological topic option 2: a research proposal module and a thesis on an approved contemporary music topic in relation to the research proposal. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Philosophy |
|
98543 |
A master's degree in Philosophy with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Politics |
|
98544 |
A master's degree in Politics with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Portuguese |
|
98546 |
A master's degree in Portuguese with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Psychology |
|
98553 |
A master's degree in Psychology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Religious Studies |
|
98489 |
A Master of Arts Degree in Religious Studies with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Russian |
|
98560 |
A master's degree in Russian with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Semitic Languages |
|
98494 |
A master's degree in Semitic Languages with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Sociology |
|
98419 |
A master's degree in Sociology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Spanish |
|
98565 |
A master's degree in Spanish with an average of 60%. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Theory of Literature |
|
98567 |
A master's degree in Theory of Literature or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies |
|
98517 |
A master's degree in Development Studies with an average of 60%. Applicants with a coursework/structured master's degree should have completed a research component of at least 60 credits out of the total 180 credits for admission to the doctoral degree, failing which applicants may submit evidence of publication in peer reviewed journals or conference proceedings. Proof of the credits of the research component must be submitted with the application. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Dphil) |
|
98554 |
A master's degree in Social Science degree in Psychology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Phd) |
|
98555 |
A master's degree in Psychology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work |
|
98429 |
A masters degree in Social Work or a related field with an average of 60% and the applicant must be registered as social worker with the SASSCP (if resident in South Africa) and proof of such registration must be provided. Applicants residing outside South Africa should provide proof of any social work professional registration or membership in the country of residence. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology |
|
98563 |
A master of Social Science degree in Sociology or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Christian Spirituality |
|
98468 |
A master's degree in Christian Spirituality or a related field with an average of 60% .International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
360 |
10 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Church History |
|
98470 |
A master's degree in Church History or a related field with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
360 |
10 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Missiology |
|
98413 |
A master's degree in Missiology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Missiology (with specialisation in Urban Ministry) |
|
98476 |
A master's degree in Missiology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in New Testament |
|
98480 |
A master's degree in New Testament with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Old Testament |
|
98482 |
A master's degree in Old Testament with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Practical Theology |
|
98486 |
A master's degree in Practical Theology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Practical Theology (with specialisation in Pastoral Therapy) |
|
98484 |
A master's degree in Practical Theology or Pastoral Therapy with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Systematic Theology |
|
98492 |
A master's degree in Systematic Theology with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
| Doctor of Theology in Theological Ethics |
|
98497 |
A master's degree in Theological Ethics with an average of 60%. International students must meet the English language requirement as provided for in paragraph 2.1 of the Procedures for Studies for Master's and Doctoral Degrees. |
240 |
8 |
| Curriculum: A research proposal module and a thesis. Students are required to first register and comply with the requirements for the research proposal module before registration for the thesis will be allowed. |
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