Doctor of Philosophy in Science with Applied Mathematics at North-West University

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Science with Applied Mathematics is a doctoral qualification in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at North-West University. It is offered on the Potchefstroom and Mahikeng campuses (Full-time/Part-time). Programme code: 2CC R25 N901P/M. Duration: 2-4 years. Presented by School of Material Science Innovation and Modelling , Unit for Data Science and Computing , Centre of Space Research.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences | Department: School of Material Science Innovation and Modelling , Unit for Data Science and Computing , Centre of Space Research | Duration: 2-4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

An appropriate master's degree; where a student does not conform, the Dean decides, in consultation with the Faculty Management Committee, whether prior learning and work experience that led to learning are sufficient for admission.

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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