Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences (Tourism and Hospitality) at Durban University of Technology

Programme overview

Research-focused Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences (Tourism and Hospitality) at DUT (NQF level 10), offered by the Department of Hospitality and Tourism for people aiming to become experts and thought leaders in tourism and hospitality management. Students undertake original research on issues such as sustainable practices, strategic management and global tourism trends.

Faculty: Faculty of Management Sciences | Department: Department of Hospitality and Tourism | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Thesis-based doctoral research on critical issues facing the tourism and hospitality industries, supervised by experienced academics.

Career pathways

High-level careers in academia, research, consulting and leadership roles within the global tourism and hospitality industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Subject to DUT Rule G25, an appropriate Master's Diploma or Degree in Technology, or a Master's degree at NQF level 9. Rule G25 also allows entry with status/advanced standing, requires proof of a research track record and Research Methodology knowledge where the Master's was coursework only, and depends on availability of suitable supervisors.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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