Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences at North-West University

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Communication Sciences is an NQF level 10 doctoral degree in the Faculty of Humanities at North-West University, offered full-time and part-time on the Mahikeng and Potchefstroom campuses. Qualification code: 1CD R01 L901M/P. On completion of the program, the candidate should be able to: Undertake independent research and advanced study under the guidance of a supervisor in a field of communication building on knowledge gained at Master's level.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Duration: 2-4 years full-time; 3-5 years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

A candidate must have obtained a Master's degree in the field of study with a minimum average of 65% in which the student intends to enrol. Alternatively, applicants must have the status of such a Master's degree granted on request by the Senate, by attaining a level of competence that, in the opinion of Senate, on the recommendation of the Faculty, is adequate for the purposes of admission as a candidate for the degree. An applicant for registration must give evidence of his/her attainments and education and complete such preliminary work as Senate may require, and must satisfy Senate as to the suitability of his/her subject. An evaluation certificate as issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) must be submitted, if a previous qualification was obtained in a foreign country.

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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