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PhD specialising in Nutrition at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

Candidates write a thesis on their research project in Nutrition and must have at least one research paper accepted for publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal. Admission requires a Master of Science in Nutrition or a relevant master's degree with an average of at least 60% for the research component.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa - 30/09/2026; International - 31/08/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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Entry requirements

Master of Science in Nutrition degree (NQF level 9) or relevant master's degree (NQF level 9); an average of at least 60% for the research component at master's level.

Intake: South Africa - 30/09/2026; International - 31/08/2026

Duration: 2 years, full-time

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