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PhD Anatomy at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Anatomy is a doctoral degree listed by the SMU School of Medicine.

Faculty: School of Medicine  |  Duration: Minimum two years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

Candidates execute at least two academic years of advanced research under a supervisor appointed by Senate and first pass REME801 Research Methodology and PROD801 Protocol Development unless passed within the previous five years.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 April 2026 and close on 31 July 2026 for undergraduate programmes and 31 August 2026 for postgraduate programmes. The non-refundable application fee is R300, paid into the university Standard Bank account using the ID number as reference; one fee covers both an undergraduate and a postgraduate application (maximum two study choices).

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