Program Overview

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences in Podiatry

The Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences in Podiatry is a postgraduate program offered by the Department of Podiatry, Faculty of Health Sciences.

General

• Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Department of Podiatry
• Programme Level: Postgraduate
• Programme Name: Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences in Podiatry
• Programme Code: P9HS5Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Part-time, Full-time
• NQF Level: 10
• NQF Credits: 360
• SAQA: 96969
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 31 October 2025
• Campus: Doornfontein
• Duration of Study: 2 Years

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to develop podiatry graduates who can make original contributions to podiatry knowledge and healthcare in general through conducting and disseminating high-quality novel research to support and enhance the evidence-base for podiatry.

Admission Requirements

• A Master's degree in Podiatry or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 65% for the dissertation.
• A minimum of three years of clinical experience.
• Candidates will be required to submit an outline research proposal.
• The selection process is based on consideration of the research proposal for the PhD, the availability of a suitable supervisor, and an evaluation of the theoretical and methodological expertise required to complete the study.

Programme Fees

Programme fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of programs tailored to meet the needs of students and the industry, focusing on areas such as professional development, research, and community engagement.