Nelson Mandela University

Nelson Mandela University

Doctor of Philosophy in Geology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Geology in Earth Sciences is offered by Nelson Mandela University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Doctor of Philosophy in Geology offered by the Nelson Mandela University at the Faculty of Science

The degree is awarded on completion of a thesis on an approved topic.


Current research in the department is focused on the structural geology of the Cape Fold Belt in the Eastern Cape, with particular emphasis on the occurrence of thrust faults, thrust sheets, and thrust stacking; and the associated implications for stratigraphic interpretation. The areas in which this work has been conducted include the Knysna-Uniondale area, Kareedouw, Steytlerville, Port Elizabeth and Port Alfred.

Research has also been undertaken on the sedimentary geology of the Cape Supergroup, Karoo Sequence, and the Uitenhage Group.

Career fields
Conservation Biologist
Geographer
Geologist
Nature Conservationist

Duration: The qualification shall extend over at least two years of full-time study.

Compulsory module: Research project and thesis.



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