Doctor of Philosophy (Science, Engineering and Technology) at University of South Africa

Entry requirements

An appropriate Master's degree. In addition to the above requirements, applicants must submit a transcript or an academic record, as well as a document describing their intended research. Students will be accepted on the following criteria: suitability and viability of the intended research; adequate supervisory capacity and research expertise in the discipline or department. An approved selection procedure which is in line with Unisa's policies on equality and diversity in the discipline or department. All students with foreign qualifications, including those with qualifications from African countries, must have their qualifications evaluated at SAQA. (www.saqa.org.za) Applicants must engage with the relevant academic department, supervisors and discuss their proposed field of specialization and focus of study. Topics and supervisors appear in the CSET M&D admissions policy document. Acceptance is based on viability of the intended research and available supervisory capacity. Competitive positions are filled on the basis of an approved selection procedure aligned with Unisa's policies on equality and diversity. Applicants need to demonstrate adequate mastery of academic English (TOEFL minimum score of 88 for the Internet-based test or a minimum score of 570 for the paper-based test or completion of prior degrees at a university where English is the prime language of instruction). Residency requirements apply for applicants who need to do laboratory work. Applicants who would like to apply for admission through recognition of prior learning (RPL)including those with degree structures that are different from South African degrees or with applicable experience that may be relevant for admission must be at least 40 years old; and have at least five years' relevant work ...