Qualification stream: | Politics |
Qualification code: | 90034 - PCS |
Qualification type: | Full Research |
NQF level: | 10 |
Total credits: | 360 |
SAQA ID: | 111107 |
Rules: The curriculum consists of a thesis that incorporates a research proposal, an oral defence (viva voce) and two manuscripts, based on the candidate's research, submitted for publication to a recognised accredited journal. Proof of the submission of the manuscripts is a compulsory condition for the degree to be conferred. |
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Master's & doctoral qualifications | 10 January 2024 | 29 March 2024 | 29 March 2024 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Business Leadership (MBL) qualifications |
10 January 2024 | 9 February 2024 | 16 February 2024 |
Master of Accounting Sciences (98656) - AUE, FAC, GOV, INT, MAC & TAX options |
10 January 2024 | 22 March 2024 | 22 March 2024 |
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All master's and doctoral qualifications are structured over a defined period. Refer to sections 4.13 and 4.14 in the Procedures for master’s and doctoral degrees.
Both you and your supervisor are responsible to ensure that you complete your studies within the approved duration for your qualification.
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If you are interested in any of these areas, please discuss it with your supervisor to incorporate it into your studies.
From 2024, a student may elect to complete their doctoral degree by publication. A PhD by Publication refers to a doctoral degree that comprises several peer-reviewed publications written as an introduction, discussion and conclusion that has been put together as separate chapters, contributing to a unified research theme within a specific field. Each academic college has their own criteria for considering such as request. A student must from the onset, and at the point of initial registration as a doctoral candidate, discuss this option with their supervisor. Click here for more information about the PhD by Publication.
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Module (Please click on the module to see further information) | Pre-requisite/Co-requisite/Recommendation |
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Fifth level. Compulsory | |
TFPSC01 - Thesis: Political Science |