Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health at University of Venda

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health develops advanced capability to address complex population-health issues, design and implement research, analyse complex data, and translate evidence into actionable recommendations for local, national and global health challenges. Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences; department: Public Health.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences | Department: Public Health | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

Career pathways

Advanced public-health research; academia; policy leadership; health-system leadership; epidemiology; consultancy and programme evaluation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A master's degree in public health or a health-related field with at least one core public-health competency, evaluated at NQF level 9, and an average of at least 65%. Applicants must submit and present a concept paper. Admission is subject to supervisor availability.

ZAR 45,000 a year (2026). Estimated 2026 tuition per year of study as listed in the 2026 Fees Booklet: first year R45,000; second year R22,390. Amount shown is the first year. Excludes residence and other fees. Source

Online applications for 2027 open on 01 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. No application fee is payable for 2027 applications.

Applications are completed online; the University does not charge an application fee.

Apply through the official page: https://www.univen.ac.za/student-affairs/student-support-services/how-to-apply/

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