124 PhD degrees in South Africa
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124 PhD degrees in South Africa
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Meridian University
PhD in Psychology
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Petaluma, USA + 5 more
PhD
Full time, Part time
33 months
Distance Learning
English
The Ph.D. in Psychology curriculum offers coursework in Psychology drawing on spiritual traditions, somatic practices, creative arts, mythology, indigenous wisdom, literary and poetic imagination, deep ecology, mystical philosophy, cultural history, and social critique. The Ph.D. program emphasize research, clinical, and cultural praxis skills as well as acquiring the knowledge base of psychology as a profession. The research coursework prepares students for the completion of an original research dissertation. The Ph.D. in Psychology is designed to meet the educational requirements for the state of California Psychologist license. The Ph.D. in Psychology also meets the educational requirements for the state of California MFT license (Board of Behavioral Sciences, Senate Bill 33, Section 4980.36, Business and Professions Code), and the state of California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), (Senate Bill 788, Section 4999.33, Business and Professions Code), provided that fieldwork is done in accordance with BBS requirements.
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Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership
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Doctor of Business Leadership
- Midrand, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
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In Doctor of Business Leadership the more informed you are, the more empowered you are and the greater your chances of achieving success. Beyond gaining knowledge, DBL students are given the platform, skills and competence to make a significant contribution to new knowledge in business management and leadership.
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Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online
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Doctor of Philosophy in Operations Research
- Online
PhD
Full time
6 years
Distance Learning
English
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The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, an oral defense (viva voce) and two manuscripts, based on the candidate's research, submitted for publication to a recognized accredited journal. Proof of the submission of the manuscripts is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred.
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PCi Business School (PCIBS)
Executive Expert – Project Management and Leadership
- Online South Africa
- Online Namibia + 1 more
PhD
Full time, Part time
18 months
Distance Learning
English
The Executive Expert is specifically designed to meet the needs of senior managers, executives, and functional or operational leaders who wish to develop their expertise and strengthen their managerial skills in project management.
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University of Johannesburg
PhD in Transport Economics
- Johannesburg, South Africa
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The purpose of the Ph.D. in Transport Economics is to develop intellectual and specialized competencies and practical skills in the acquisition, interpretation, understanding, analysis, and application of transport economics, management, and regulatory principles.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Education
PhD Computer-Integrated Education
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Students for the PhD degree must: Submit a research proposal during the first year of registration and defend it successfully before a panel of examiners appointed by the Dean, in collaboration with the relevant head of department, supervisor and research coordinator, before they can start with the research; Apply for ethical clearance to the relevant head of department and Ethics Committee and only commence with field work once the application for ethical clearance has been approved by the Ethics Committee; Annually present a progress report on the research to the supervisor. Continued reregistration depends on satisfactory progress annually; Attend all research capacity-building sessions on quantitative and qualitative research at the doctoral level; Submit a thesis for examination on a topic approved by the Dean on the recommendation of the relevant head of department and successfully defend her/his thesis at an oral examination; Submit proof of submission of an article issued by an accredited journal. The draft proof as well as the proof of submission must be submitted to Student Administration before 15 February for the Autumn graduation ceremonies and before 15 July for the Spring graduation ceremonies. Failure to meet these deadlines will result in the degree being awarded during a subsequent series of graduation ceremonies.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
PhD in Interior Architecture
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Subject to the stipulations of the General Academic Regulation G42, a master's degree is required for admission to studies for a PhD.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities
PhD Sociology
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Faculty of Humanities provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential. You will be entering a stimulating environment that will broaden your intellectual horizons and help you achieve personal and professional success through the best possible learning experience.
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences
PhD (Human Genetics)
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
A PhD student must:
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University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
PhD (Chemical Pathology)
- Pretoria, South Africa
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
A PhD student must:
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Meridian University
PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Petaluma, USA + 5 more
PhD
Full time, Part time
33 months
Blended
English
The PsyD in Clinical Psychology curriculum offers innovative coursework in Psychology to prepare students for professional practice, including core, clinical, and research courses. The core curriculum provides a foundation for the clinical and research courses, supporting the student’s evolving relationship to clinical engagement.
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Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online
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Doctor of Philosophy in Economics
- Online
PhD
Full time
6 years
Distance Learning
English
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The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, 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 is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred.
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Unisa College of Graduate Studies - Online
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Doctor of Philosophy in Management Studies (Marketing)
- Online
PhD
Full time
6 years
Distance Learning
English
Fast-track counseling
The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, 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 is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred.
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University of Johannesburg
PhD in Tourism and Hospitality
- Johannesburg, South Africa
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The purpose of the Ph.D. in Tourism and Hospitality is to develop the applied competence of the postgraduate student on an advanced level in research, analysis, interpretation, and understanding of Tourism and Hospitality.
Mind Development Academy
Doctorate of Project Management
- Cape Town, South Africa
PhD
Full time, Part time
1 year
Distance Learning
English
The Doctor of Project Management (Ph.D.) goal is to provide the students with the necessary expertise to assume strategic leadership roles in leading projects through the use of theory and practice. The program will help students develop core strategic areas of required expertise such as knowledge management, project management leadership and ethical procurement.
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PhD Programs in South Africa
South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa, is a country located at the southern tip of Africa. It is divided into nine provinces. South Africa is not only a jumping off point, it is itself a fantastic destination rich in culture, fauna & flora and history.
The PhD is a doctoral degree, specifically called a "doctor of philosophy" degree. This is misleading because PhD holders are not necessarily philosophers (unless they earned their degree in philosophy!). That said, PhD recipients are able to engage in thought experiments, reason about problems, and solve problems in sophisticated ways.