Doctor of Philosophy in Physics

Features

• This is typically three years of study and normally follows on from a Master of Science Degree.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

• We are a research-led institution, producing knowledge for the rapidly-changing and information-rich world.
• We have a number of research groups that specialise in areas of research in Physics.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 80

Other requirements

General requirements

• Applications will only be considered if applicants provide UKZN with an evaluation document from South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) stating that their post schools qualifications are equivalent to the South African requirements for admission to postgraduate studies.
• Evaluation documents must be enclosed with your applications or submitted as soon as available.
• Official translations must be submitted if certificates are not in English.
• Note the level of performance required for postgraduate studies. Consult English Requirements.
• Selection procedures differ within Schools/Colleges. Please contact the number provided in the Postgraduate Application Guide to obtain the required information for the programme you which to apply for.

Tuition Fees

International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. 397 AUD / year (≈ 4,600 ZAR / year).

Domestic tuition fee for the domestic students. 397 AUD / year (≈ 4,600 ZAR / year).

Living costs

Durban, South Africa: 674-812 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Scholarships

Available scholarships include the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships, ServiceScape Scholarship, ACES Scholarships, Erasmus+ Grants for study mobility, the $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship, Voice Talent Online Scholarship, Dream Chaser Scholarship, a scholarship for students with disabilities, Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria, The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship, and the Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme.