Doctor of Philosophy With Various Specialisations | Doctorate / PhD | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 1 - 2 Years | The University of the Free State | South Africa

The PhD degree is a qualification directed at the development of high-level research competence to make a significant and original contribution at the frontiers of the various levels and sectors of education and training in South Africa. The minimum duration of study for the PhD degree is at least two years. A student has to prepare a research proposal and defend the viability of the study in an oral presentation to a panel of academic experts in the field of study. If the student does not meet the latter requirement within the first six to 12 months of registration, the registration of the student will be terminated. All qualifications must be completed in the maximum residential period, as stipulated in the UFS General Rules.