Doctoral programme in HIV/Aids Management
Programme description
The PhD (HIV/Aids Management) is a full research degree and is offered in English. A candidate must be registered formally for at least two academic years before the degree may be awarded.
Coursework is required as part of the doctoral study programme, but is not credit-bearing and is therefore not taken into account during examining the dissertation and determining the final result. The research report contained in the doctoral dissertation is the only document that is examined towards awarding the doctoral degree.
The examination process is handled entirely by the office of the vice dean (research) of the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences.
PhD in HIV/Aids Management
Programme content
Full research degree, supervisor-guided, on a topic in the HIV/Aids management field. The work must make an original subject contribution.
Programme outcomes
A successful candidate must conduct advanced, original research in the area of HIV/Aids management, which must be approved by Stellenbosch University. The work submitted must:
- be of a high standard
- deal with the central theme
- demonstrate that the candidate has, in the Senate’s view, substantially contributed to enriching knowledge in the field of HIV/Aids management
Admission requirements
- A master’s degree (or equivalent) from a reputable higher education provider approved by the Senate, with an average of at least 65%. (Preference may be given to candidates with the MPhil (HIV/Aids Management) from the Africa Centre)
- A minimum of five years’ managerial experience at the time of application.
- Computer skills (MS Word, internet and email)
Please note: Meeting the admission requirements does not guarantee selection.
Selection
A limited number of students are accepted on the basis of academic performance.
Application process and closing date
- Initial screening: Submit an application form and a preliminary research proposal to the director of the Africa Centre.
- Final screening: If selected, present a final research proposal to the Africa Centre’s admissions committee, which will make a recommendation to the Senate for final approval.
- Registration is possible throughout the academic year up until 30 September.
Postgraduate funding
Need funding for your studies?
The SU Postgraduate Office offers various funding opportunities for postgraduate students at the university, and for this applicants/students should apply directly with the relevant office.
This link will take you to Stellenbosch University’s postgraduate registration portal
Applications for our academic programmes are handled by Stellenbosch University registrar’s office and only passed to the Africa Centre once processed.