81 PhD Degree Programs in Johannesburg South Africa

Students accepted for this course are required to research, write and present a full thesis (approximately 220 pages), which contributes new knowledge to the field of English Studies. Specialist supervision is available in the following areas of study: South/ African Literary Studies and Post Colonialism; Renaissance and Romantic Studies; and Contemporary Fiction.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Economics is to develop advanced competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis, and application of economic models.

The purpose of the thesis is to do thorough research, using both primary and secondary sources in order to make an original contribution to knowledge in Historical Studies. A topic is selected in consultation with the lecturer.

In a Doctoral Degree, students prove their ability to do original research. Ideally, this research should lead to the publication of an article or a book. The formative value of a Doctoral Degree cannot be overestimated: acquiring and practicing skills of creative and original thinking, problem-solving, critical reading, analysis, and synthesis. The topic of the degree should contribute to our understanding of Greek civilization (Ancient, Hellenistic, Byzantine, or Modern) and its contribution to Western civilization (political theory, philosophy, religion, literature, theatre, film, religion, architecture, etc.

The DLitt et Phil degree is offered by dissertation only, and registration can be on a full-time or part-time basis. It is the candidate’s responsibility to put forward a suitable research proposal but the Department of Psychology will provide significant mentoring and supervisory support during this process.

The Ph.D. in Chemistry demands a very high level of intellectual, theoretical, and practical specialized scientific knowledge and insight into problems related to the field of study and the application of advanced experimental methods and techniques of the modern research, as well as fundamental scientific and academic values in generating, processing, interpreting and presenting research data orally and in written form.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Informatics is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of informatics.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Mathematics is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of mathematics.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Leadership is to provide candidates with an in-depth understanding of concepts and theories underpinning the theoretical and practical aspects of PPL, as well as with original and independent scientific research skills to contribute to the expansion of the PPL knowledge base.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Geography is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of geography.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Zoology is to provide qualifying students with an in-depth understanding and integrated knowledge of advanced applicable theory in the field of zoology.

The Ph.D. in Biochemistry demands a very high level of intellectual, theoretical, and practical specialized scientific knowledge and insight into problems related to the field of study and the application of advanced experimental methods and techniques of the modern research, as well as fundamental scientific and academic values in generating, processing, interpreting and presenting research data orally and in written form.

The Ph.D. in Botany demands a very high level of intellectual, theoretical, and practical specialized scientific knowledge and insight into problems related to the field of study and of the application of advanced experimental methods and techniques of the modern research, as well as fundamental scientific and academic values in generating, processing, interpreting and presenting research data orally and in written form.

The purpose of the Ph.D. in Auditing is to develop applied specialized competencies in the mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis, and application of auditing principles in the auditing field.