PhD Gender Studies at University of KwaZulu-Natal

Programme overview

PhD study in Gender Studies within the School of Social Sciences, College of Humanities, at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. It is offered at the Howard College and Pietermaritzburg campuses. Not every speciality is necessarily offered on every campus or in every year.

Faculty: College of Humanities | Department: School of Social Sciences | Duration: Minimum of four consecutive semesters. | Intake: No closing date for doctoral applications; Semester 2 intake to be confirmed with the School. | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Doctoral candidates pursue an approved programme of research under supervision that makes a distinct contribution to knowledge of the subject.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Doctoral entry (UKZN postgraduate guide, general rule): a relevant prerequisite degree, or admission to the status of that degree under Rule GR7; a School/College may prescribe further criteria.

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.

Doctoral studies: no closing date; Semester 2 intake to be confirmed with the School.

Doctoral studies: no closing date for applications.

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open. UKZN application fees: South African applicants R210 on time and R420 late; SADC and rest of Africa R490; outside Africa $153. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid with reference APPN followed by the student number.

Apply through the official page: https://erpweb.ukzn.ac.za/pls/ukznint/gen.gw1pkg.gw1view

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