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Doctor of Urban and Regional Planning at University of Venda

University of Venda, South Africa

Programme overview

A three-year research-only doctoral qualification completed through an approved thesis under supervision. The research topic, proposal, registration and ethics requirements must be approved through the relevant departmental, Faculty and University processes. Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture; department: Urban and Regional Planning.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture  |  Department: Urban and Regional Planning  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

Career pathways

Independent research and knowledge leadership; academic and research careers; advanced specialist, policy and innovation roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Architecture, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related natural, social or physical science with a minimum mark of 65%, or equivalent status conferred by Senate. Applicants from another university must apply for status recognition. Recognition of prior learning may be considered under University policy, with evidence of commitment to the planning profession through SACPLAN or another planning body.

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.

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