Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 72 months
- A student registered for a research doctoral programme must complete the study programme within six years.
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026
- Starting July 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 88
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
Disciplines
- Nursing
Overview
About the program
Coursework may be required as preparation or value addition to the research, but does not contribute to the credit value of the qualification.
The defining characteristic of this qualification is that you will be required to demonstrate high-level research capability and make a significant and original academic contribution at the frontiers of the discipline or field. This work must be of a quality to satisfy peer review and merit publication. This Nursing program is offered at the University of South Africa (UNISA).
Programme Structure
Structure:
- 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.
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: 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- A master's degree in a relevant discipline with an average of 60%. In addition to these requirements, applicants must submit a transcript or an academic record, as well as a document describing their intended research.
- All students with foreign qualifications, including those with qualifications from African countries, must have their qualifications evaluated at SAQA.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 1,949 AUD / year (≈ 22,555 ZAR / year)
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 1,949 AUD / year (≈ 22,555 ZAR / year)
Living costs
Johannesburg, South Africa: 729-1,040 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Nursing.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Various benefits — Deadline 07 Oct 2026
- The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships — Various benefits — Deadline 03 Jun 2027
- ServiceScape Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — 3500 USD — Deadline 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Various benefits — Deadline not specified
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — 3000 USD — Deadline 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — 1500 USD — Deadline not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — 12000 USD — Deadline 11 Jan 2027
- “The Hope For Healing” Scholarship — 5000 USD — Deadline not specified
