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Stellenbosch University

Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology

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

Program Length: 2 YEARS.

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

This doctoral programme entails a dissertation that demonstrates a grasp of both theoretical and methodological issues in sociology. It fosters the student's ability to think critically and in an innovative way, while producing new knowledge in the selected research area.

Programme Structure

The programme focuses on the theoretical and methodological aspects of Sociology. It leads to the development of your ability to be innovative and exploratory, and to apply your skills in certain problem areas.

Programme Content

Compulsory Module

19003 : Sociology 978(360)

Assessment and Examination

A dissertation that is assessed according to the regulations of Stellenbosch University. You must do an oral examination in addition to the dissertation.