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Doctor of Laws at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Laws (LLD) is a full-time doctoral programme in the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria. Admitted students must complete Research Methodology (RHP 902, unless exempted) and defend a research proposal (RHP 904) within one year of registration, and may also be required to follow a structured research-proposal-preparation module (RHP 906). The degree is awarded for original research only once work equivalent to at least two years of study has been completed.

Faculty: Faculty of Law  |  Duration: 2 years, full-time  |  Intake: 2027 academic year; closing dates 31/10/2026 (South Africa), 30/09/2026 (International)  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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Entry requirements

Relevant master's degree, or a relevant foreign degree allowing entrance to a doctoral degree (SAQA level 9), with an average of at least 65% for the research component at master's level; candidates below 65% may be considered based on relevant work experience, other academic qualifications and the merit of the research topic, supported by a portfolio including the preceding master's research component, recent research essays/assignments and a letter of motivation. An admissions examination may be required.

Intake: 2027 academic year; closing dates 31/10/2026 (South Africa), 30/09/2026 (International)

Duration: 2 years, full-time

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