Doctor of Philosophy in Physics at University of Cape Town

Programme overview

A research doctorate in Physics in the UCT Faculty of Science, examined by thesis alone (PHY6000W, 360 NQF credits at NQF level 10). Candidates undertake doctoral research under a supervisor or supervisors appointed by Senate.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Department: Department of Physics | Study mode: full-time | Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Independent research on an advanced topic under supervision. The thesis must make a substantial contribution to knowledge, show original investigation, give a full statement of the literature and demonstrate that the candidate is at the academic forefront of the topic. A doctoral thesis should not exceed 80 000 words.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Faculty of Science (PhD): the entrance requirement is a Master's degree or equivalent. Prospective candidates should discuss their research with a prospective supervisor and the Head of Department in the relevant field before applying formally to the University.

Requirements published at faculty level.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

The application fee is R100 for undergraduate and postgraduate applications from South Africa and the SADC region, and R300 for applications from outside the SADC region; it is non-refundable and payable by direct deposit, EFT or credit card (online). UCT students and graduates are exempt except for GSB programmes.

Apply through the official page: https://applyonline.uct.ac.za

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