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

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science with History 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: 1CC R01 L901M/P/V. The candidate should be able to undertake advanced research and to report on it in a scientific manner.

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 History or an equivalent qualification in a related discipline, obtained with an average of mark 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%. Only a limited number of candidates will be accepted onto the programme every year. The number of candidates who will be accepted is subject to the School's policy and capacity.

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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