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

Programme overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science with Inclusion and Development is an NQF level 10 doctoral degree in the Faculty of Humanities at North-West University, offered full-time and part-time on the Vanderbijlpark campus. Qualification code: 1CC R20 L901V.

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) A candidate must have obtained an appropriate Master's degree in any discipline related to social and human development and/or management in different contexts and/or across multiple levels (micro, meso, and macro levels of functioning), with an average mark of 65% or an equivalent qualification as approved by Senate. 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%, they will be admitted to this programme after successfully completed relevant supplementary short learning programmes or relevant readings as indicated. The application should include a complete academic record, additional training courses and a one-page motivation that explains why the application should be considered.

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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