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

North-West University, South Africa

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Languages and Literature with English 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, Potchefstroom and Vanderbijlpark campuses. Qualification code: 1CA R06 L901M/P/V. After completion of the PhD programme in English, candidates should demonstrate: Advanced expertise and critical knowledge of English 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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Entry requirements

Only students who obtained 65% or more in an MA in English or relevant equivalent qualification will be considered for admission to PhD study in English. Students who did not obtain this required minimum may arrange for a joint interview with the chairperson of the subject group, the school director and the director of the relevant Focus Area.

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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