Doctor of Philosophy in Languages and Literature with Setswana at North-West University

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Languages and Literature with Setswana 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: 1CA R02 L901M/P. After completion of the PhD programme in Setswana, candidates should demonstrate: Advanced expertise and critical knowledge of Setswana literature, linguistics or applied linguistics.

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 a Master's degree in Setswana or an equivalent qualification. The contents of previous study must satisfy the relevant supervisor, the Director of the relevant Focus Area and, if necessary, the Director of the School of Languages for admission to the proposed PhD study. The Master's degree giving admission to this Programme, must be obtained with an average mark of at least 65%. Learners who did not achieve a mark of 65% for the relevant Master's degree, may apply for an interview with the Chairperson of the particular subject group, the School Director and the Research Entity Director.

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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