PhD in Theology at University of Venda

Programme overview

PhD in Theology is listed on the University of Venda programme pages under the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education (Department of Human Sciences).

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education | Department: Department of Human Sciences | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

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Application information

Entry requirements

A master’s degree in theology or related fields from this or another university. Students must have obtained an average of 65% in the master’s degree. The PhD in Theology 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: Master’s 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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