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Doctor of Philosophy in Military Science at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The PhD in Military Science is a research-intensive doctorate comprising an independent research project and dissertation under academic supervision, aimed at making an original contribution to the field. It is offered on the Saldanha campus.

Faculty: Military Science  |  Department: Military Science  |  Duration: Three years  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

The programme consists solely of a full dissertation (360 credits) that is examined internally, nationally and/or internationally.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Postgraduate (specific to this doctorate): a master's degree in Military Science, or a similar field deemed appropriate by the PhD committee and Senate, with a final mark of 60%; and a PhD research proposal that is successfully prepared (twelve months are allowed) and selected by the PhD committee. Supporting documents: CV, ID or passport, matric certificate and a 1-3 page statement of research interest/outline. Research applicants are advised to consult the department beforehand to confirm a suitable 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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