Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science with Development Studies at North-West University

Entry requirements

In addition to the general rules governing Doctoral qualifications outlined in HUM.15, and the general admission requirements set out in A-Rule 5.2, the following specific requirements apply to this programme A student must have a Master's degree in Development Studies with a minimum average mark of no less than 65%. In the case where the programme is not yet filled to capacity, and an applicant does not meet the requirement of 65%, but has obtained the degree with an average of 60-64%, an application for consideration to be admitted to this programme could be submitted to the relevant School/Research Director. The application should include a complete academic record and a 1-page motivation that explains why the application should be considered. School/Entity directors of programmes that are filled to capacity will not consider any applications below 65%. Students who fulfil the entry criteria, may initially receive provisional acceptance based on the capacity available.