Doctor of Philosophy in Forestry and Natural Resources Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A research doctorate in forestry and natural resources science within the Faculty of AgriSciences, completed by dissertation (360 credits) on a relevant, practically oriented research project agreed with a supervisor. Offered on the Stellenbosch campus. Graduates are equipped for research and professional roles in the field.

Faculty: AgriSciences | Department: Forest and Wood Science | Duration: Three years | Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026 (South African) and 14 September 2026 (international) | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Module 11290 Forest Science and a 360-credit doctoral dissertation, defended in a seminar after submission.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty of AgriSciences (PhD): a recognised master's degree in a relevant field from Stellenbosch or another university, approved by Senate.

Requirements published at faculty level.

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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