TUT Doctoral Degree in Doctor of Philosophy in Science

Doctorate in Science (PhD) Program Overview

Qualification Code: PHDS17

Specialization Codes: PHBK20, PHDT17, PHKS20, PHOP21

NQF Level: 10

Credits: 360

SAQA ID: 96870

CHE Number: H16/10781/HEQSF

Campus: Pretoria Campus

Admission Criteria:

Masters or Magister Technologiae degree from a recognized South African institution in a relevant field.

Equivalent South African or international qualifications may be considered (refer to Chapter 1 of Students’ Rules and Regulations).

Selection Process:

• Personal interview with a departmental panel.
• Provisional registration until research proposal approval.
• Adherence to the Student Enrolment Plan (SEP) and capacity considerations.
• Application status confirmation via an official letter or the TUT website.

Program Structure:

Research-based.

Enrolment: January and July.

Duration:

Minimum of two years, maximum of four years.

Further Information:

Recognition of Prior Learning: See Chapter 30.

Postgraduate study rules: See Chapter 8.

For comprehensive details, visit www.tut.ac.za.