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PhD specialising in Public Policy at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

Offered in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, this doctorate runs a minimum of two years full-time. Entry requires an accredited master's degree in Public Administration or a related discipline with at least 65% for an externally examined dissertation; South African applications close 30 September 2026 (international: 31 August 2026).

Faculty: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years, full-time  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

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Entry requirements

Accredited master's degree in Public Administration or a related discipline, with an average of at least 65% for the master's dissertation, which must have been externally examined. Certified full academic transcripts, a certified copy of ID or passport, and a research concept note of no more than 500 words describing the proposed research topic and scope. International applicants add a SAQA evaluation or Foreign Qualification Report, English proficiency test results where required, and a certified copy of their passport.

Duration: 2 years, full-time

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