Doctor of Philosophy in Education

Qualification stream:	(Natural Science Education)
Qualification code:	90019 - NSE
Qualification type:	Full Research
NQF level:	10
Total credits:	360
SAQA ID:	96477
Rules: The curriculum consists of a research proposal module, a thesis, an oral defence (viva voce) and two manuscripts, based on the candidate's research, submitted for publication to a recognised accredited journal. Proof of the submission of the manuscripts are a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred. Candidates 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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Re-registering students (who made sufficient progress during the current academic year) and students who officially deferred their studies must register online within the approved registration period for 2022. Re-registering students who have not made satisfactory progress may be precluded from registering.

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Master's & doctoral qualifications

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30 April 2022

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18 July 2022

All qualifications in the College of Science, Engineering and Technology (excluding Computer Science & Information Systems qualifications)
Doctor of Philosophy (90040) - SET, MAT, TEC, CHE, COM, LIF, AST, STA, SCE & PHY options
Master of Science in Nature Conservation (Full Dissertation) (98022)

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All master's and doctoral qualifications are structured over a defined period. Refer to sections 4.12 and 4.13 in the Procedures for master’s and doctoral degrees.

Coursework master's degree: A maximum of three years with an option to apply for one additional year.
Research master's degree: A maximum of three years with an option to apply for one additional year.
Doctoral degree: A maximum of six years with an option to apply for one additional year.

Both you and your supervisor are responsible to ensure that you complete your studies within the approved duration for your qualification.

Module	Pre-requisite/Co-requisite/Recommendation
Group A. Compulsory
DPEDU01 - Doctoral Proposal - Education
TFNSE01 - PhD - Education (Natural Science Education)	Pre-requisite:DPEDU01 or DPCHS01