Doctor of Philosophy in Decision-making and Knowledge Dynamics at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Design, planning, execution, assessment and publication of an independent and original research project in line with the University's general doctoral dissertation requirements.

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

What you will study

A single compulsory dissertation module, Decision-making and Knowledge Dynamics 978 (360 credits). Candidates without the Postgraduate Diploma in Decision-making and Knowledge Dynamics must take part in its coursework phase unless rigorous oral preliminary examinations on relevant material have been passed.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An appropriate Master's degree with a final mark of at least 70%, and proven practical experience in thought leadership, decision-making skills and knowledge work, as well as the ability to do quality innovative research.

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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