PHD Journalism

Doctoral level of study specialising in Journalism

Admission to the PhD programme in Journalism requires the candidate to be in possession of a recognised Master’s degree in Journalism or Communication or an appropriate qualification acceptable and within the guidelines of the University. Admissions to doctoral studies will be considered on the grounds of a research proposal.

Programme Convener 2024

Dr Marenet Jordaan
Senior Lecturer
Office: +27 21 808 2625

Programme Coordinator

Prof Gabriël Botma
Associate professor
Office: +27 21 808 3488

Programme details

Programme Code: 38725 978 (360)

Admission and selection requirements

Admission to the PhD programme in Journalism requires the candidate to be in possession of a recognised Master’s degree in Journalism or Communication or an appropriate qualification acceptable and within the guidelines of the University. Admissions to doctoral studies will be considered on the grounds of a research proposal.

The template for a PhD research proposal can be found by clicking here.

Course content

Students will be required to register for the following compulsory module:

  • 38725 Journalism 978 (360) (A/E

Assessment

Students will be required to submit a dissertation of their chosen topic. Students must consult Part 1 (General) of the Year Book.

The dissertation is examined according to the University’s guidelines.

Application deadline

Rolling applications are considered. Students are encouraged to register as early as possible.