Doctor of Philosophy in Creative Writing at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Doctorate in two parts each worth 50% of the module mark: a complete literary work (such as a novel, drama text(s) or a collection of short stories or poems) and an academic scholarly thesis of 35 000-50 000 words. Additional background reading may be required.

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

What you will study

A single compulsory module, Creative Writing 978 (360 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

An MA degree in Creative Writing, or a Master's degree (NQF level 9) in the broad field of languages, drama, linguistics or literature, or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate.

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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