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Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Ethics at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

Research doctorate in Applied Ethics at the highest level of academic teaching and research, completed by dissertation in consultation between supervisor and student. Residency is not required. Offered on the Stellenbosch campus.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Philosophy  |  Duration: Three years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

A single compulsory dissertation module, Applied Ethics 978 (360 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

An MA degree in Philosophy or an MPhil degree in Applied Ethics, or an advanced qualification that Senate regards as equivalent. Selection is competitive and applicants are advised to consult the department to confirm a supervisor.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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