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Doctor of Laws in Perspectives on Law at North-West University

North-West University, South Africa

Programme overview

Doctor of Laws in Perspectives on Law is an NQF level 10 doctoral degree in the Faculty of Law at North-West University, offered by contact on the Potchefstroom, Vanderbijlpark and Mahikeng campuses. Programme code: 6CA R07 R901M/P. Duration: 1-5 years.

Faculty: Faculty of Law  |  Department: Law, Justice and Sustainability  |  Duration: 1-5 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

An LLM degree (or the status of an LLM granted by Senate) with a minimum average of 65% for the LLM and for the mini-dissertation or dissertation; a four-page concept proposal and a supervision agreement signed by the agreed promoter must be submitted with the application.

Higher degree (Master's and doctoral) applications close on 30 November 2026. A non-refundable administration fee of R150 (South African applicants) or R600 (international applicants) applies, payable online only.

Apply through the official page: https://studies.nwu.ac.za/studies/apply

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