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PhD Botany at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Botany (code MBOA100) 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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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.

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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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