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University of the Witwatersrand

Doctor of Philosophy in Migration and Displacement

The Doctor of Philosophy in Migration and Displacement in Arts is offered by University of the Witwatersrand.

Program Length: 4 YEARS.

Doctor of Philosophy in Migration and Displacement offered by the University of the Witwatersrand

The PhD in Migration and Displacement is suitable for those who intend to have a career in research either inside or outside the academy. Full-time students have 2 years, and part-time students 4 years to complete the degree.

Overview

The PhD in Migration and Displacement is suitable for those who intend to have a career in research either inside or outside the academy. The degree generally requires no coursework.

Successful doctoral applicants must have a strong undergraduate degree and Masters qualification; a substantive background in a migration-related field; and a demonstrated ability to conduct methodologically sound, independent research (academic or otherwise).

Strong students who do not meet all of these qualifications may be admitted on the condition that they register for a research methods course and/or the core courses of the Master programme, or complete a Masters degree through the programme.

Full-time students have two years and part-time students four years to complete the degree.