Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply anytime.
Students can apply to the PhDs throughout the year.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 88
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Disciplines
Overview
The PhD (Physiotherapy) at University of Cape Town may be undertaken part-time or full time, and should take a maximum of five years to complete.
Features
- Selection for all programmes is made primarily on the basis of academic merit.
- Some consideration is also given to relevant background in clinical physiotherapy, and administrative, research and teaching experience in physiotherapy.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
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
- Applications should be supported by the submission of a CV, and a copy of an undergraduate academic transcript.
- Applications should be supported by the submission of a PhD questionnaire.
- Applications for the PhD (Physiotherapy) are accepted throughout the academic year. However, a completed application form is required for the candidate to be considered for admission to study.
Tuition Fees
- International: 2,347 AUD / year (≈ 27,170 ZAR / year)
- Domestic: 2,347 AUD / year (≈ 27,170 ZAR / year)
Living costs
Cape Town, South Africa: 785-1,342 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Physiotherapy.