PhD Anthropology at University of the Free State

Programme overview

Doctoral degree (NQF level 10, 360 credits) in Anthropology at UFS, completed through original research written up as a thesis.

Faculty: Faculty of the Humanities | Department: Department of Anthropology | Duration: Minimum 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

What you will study

Candidates research a topic chosen with the promoter and academic head of department and write a thesis that makes an original scholarly contribution to the discipline.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a master's degree (Exit Level 9) in Anthropology or a cognate discipline. Final acceptance requires a successful oral examination on applicable topics and themes. TALPS must be passed with a rating of at least 6 in all sections (15% weight in admission). Application documents: certified ID and academic record, motivation letter, MA dissertation or PhD research proposal, and a reference letter from the master's supervisor or HOD.

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.

PhD applications in Economic and Management Sciences open on 1 April; local applicants close 30 September and international applicants close 31 August.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ufs.ac.za/prospective/study-at-ufs/apply

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