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Stellenbosch University

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work

The Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work in Humanities and Social Sciences is offered by Stellenbosch University.

Program Length: 2 YEARS.

Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work offered by the Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

The doctoral programme aims to increase students' advanced knowledge of and skills in research, equipping them to undertake independent research within the disciplines of social work theory and social work practice.It takes at least two years and consists primarily of self-study and consultation with the supervisor about the research and the dissertation, which carries a weight of 100%.

Programme Structure

The programme consists primarily of self-study and consultation with the supervisor about the dissertation and research that is undertaken. Research is done in a specific field of social work and must meet the requirements of the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

Programme Content

Compulsory Module

Social Work 978(360)

 

Assessment and Examination

A dissertation that is assessed according to the regulations of Stellenbosch University. Also consult Calendar, Part 1 (General), on doctoral studies.