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Doctor of Philosophy in Commerce at University of Zululand

University of Zululand, South Africa

Programme overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Commerce (NQF level 10) is a research doctorate in the Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law following a Master's degree in Economics or Business Management.

Faculty: Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law  |  Department: Business Management / Economics  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: January  |  Location: KwaDlangezwa, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

A research programme examined by thesis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Master of Commerce (NQF level 9) with a 65% average or any appropriate commerce degree on NQF level 9; an interview and identification of a supervisor are required, and a research proposal must be approved by the FREC before registration.

Closing date for Master's and Doctoral studies by research: 28 February. Non-refundable application fee: R150 for local students, R250 for international students.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unizulu.ac.za/apply/

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