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University of the Witwatersrand

Doctor of Philosophy in Demography and Population Studies

The Doctor of Philosophy in Demography and Population Studies in Humanities and Social Sciences is offered by University of the Witwatersrand.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Doctor of Philosophy in Demography and Population Studies offered by the University of the Witwatersrand

The PhD in Demography and Population Studies is offered over 3 to 4 years.

Overview

The Wits Programme in Demography and Population Studies offers an interdisciplinary graduate teaching and research in demography and population studies. 

The PhD is a full-time or part-time degree. Subject to availability of a supervisor, students are expected to complete the degree through production of a thesis. Number of journal publications, conference presentations are discussed with supervisor. Co-supervision of Honours students and teaching are negotiated with the Head of the Programme.