Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science Methods at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Dissertation on social science methodology, including research designs and methodological paradigms, sampling, and data collection and analysis, containing independent and original research that contributes to knowledge in the field.

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

What you will study

A single compulsory dissertation module, Social Science Methods 978 (360 credits). Additional coursework of four structured modules may be required.

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Entry requirements

An applicable Master's degree with social science content or a strong methodological focus, acceptable to Senate, and an acceptable research proposal.

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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