PhD Biochemistry at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry (code MBIA100) is a doctoral research degree offered by the School of Science and Technology. A PhD by publication is permitted where a pre-approved research protocol so determines.

Faculty: School of Science and Technology | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Independent doctoral research culminating in a thesis, or in a monograph of published articles under the PhD by publication route.

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Application information

Entry requirements

School of Science and Technology (PhD): a PhD by publication requires a pre-approved research protocol, at least three articles published in peer-reviewed accredited journals, first authorship on all publications, and publications bound into a monograph with substantial introductory and conclusion chapters.

Requirements published at program group level.

ZAR 70,367 for the whole programme (2026). Listed as 'PHD IN BIOCHEMISTRY' in the postgraduate fee schedule (document header reads 'Postgraduate fees 2025', published on the 2026 fees page). Paid in the 1st year of study; later years pay only the registration fee (R4,500). Excludes registration fe Source

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).

Apply through the official page: https://www.smu.ac.za/students/apply/online-application/

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