PhD in Archaeology (ARC 7000) at University of Venda

Programme overview

The PhD in Archaeology (programme code ARC 7000) is a doctoral qualification offered by the Department of Human Sciences at the University of Venda. It is completed by thesis only.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education | Department: Department of Human Sciences | Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

The degree is research-only: candidates complete a thesis under appointed supervisors, with no coursework component.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Master’s degree in Archaeology from this or another university. Students must have obtained an average of 65% in the Master’s degree. The PhD in Archaeology is by thesis only. Students must submit a mini research proposal (7-8 pages) together with their application and this proposal will be read before the department once vetted by the appointed supervisor(s). Admission requirement stated on the page: Honours degree+.

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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