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Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences in Podiatry at University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Programme overview

Doctoral programme (NQF 10, 360 credits, code P9HS5Q) that develops podiatry graduates able to make an original contribution to podiatry knowledge and healthcare through high-quality novel research. Offered full-time or part-time on the Doornfontein campus.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Department: Department of Podiatry  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Intake: Applications open 1 April to 31 October 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Independent doctoral research culminating in a thesis; the programme is research-based.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree in Podiatry or equivalent with a minimum of 65% for the dissertation, and at least three years of clinical experience. Candidates submit an outline research proposal; selection considers the proposal, availability of a suitable supervisor and evaluation of the theoretical and methodological expertise required.

Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026

Duration: 2 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/postgraduate/

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