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Program Overview
Programme: PhD specialising in Economics
The PhD (Economics) programme is a research degree, requiring the completion of supervised as well as independent research resulting in peer-reviewed publication. Students interested in pursuing the PhD (Economics)-degree programme are expected to have completed the equivalent of the MPhil (Economics) programme, including advanced topics courses.
Programme Information
- The programme is offered by the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, Department of Economics.
- Minimum duration of study: 2 years
- Total credits: 360
- NQF level: 10
Admission Requirements
- Relevant master's degree
- A weighted average of at least 65% for the master's degree
Additional Requirements
The Dean has the right of authorisation regarding matters not provided for in the General Academic Regulations or the Faculty regulations.
Other Programme-Specific Information
- The thesis contributes 100% towards the total requirements for the degree.
- Renewal of registration: Refer to General Academic Regulations G44.
- Students are expected to complete the degree within three years, with significant progress each year.
- An MOU regarding expectations will be signed by each student and supervisor, and student progress will be assessed annually by the department's postgraduate committee.
Examinations and Pass Requirements
The thesis should be passed in accordance with the stipulations of General Academic Regulations G50 and G54.
Research Information
- At least one article from the thesis must be submitted for publication before the degree can be awarded.
- Students are expected to present their findings on a continuous basis within the department's seminar series.
Core Modules
- EBW 801: Research Methodology 801
- Credits: 0.00
- Module content:
- Developing the background to a research problem
- Compiling a thorough literature review
- Approaches to research: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods
- Different research designs and sampling approaches
- Qualitative research methodology
- Quantitative research methodology
- EKN 995: Thesis 995
- Credits: 360.00
General Academic Regulations and Student Rules
The General Academic Regulations (G Regulations) and General Student Rules apply to all faculties and registered students of the University. Students are responsible for familiarising themselves with these regulations. Ignorance concerning these regulations will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression. The G Regulations are updated annually and may be amended after publication.
Regulations, Degree Requirements, and Information
Faculty regulations, information on, and requirements for the degrees are subject to change and may be amended after publication.
University of Pretoria Programme Qualification Mix (PQM) Verification Project
The University is engaged in an ongoing effort to align its qualifications and programmes with the Higher Education Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF) criteria. Changes to UP qualification and programme names may occur as a result of the HEQSF initiative. Students are advised to contact their faculties if they have any questions.