Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
If you are strongly motivated and have a passion for research, completing a PhD in any of the core disciplines within accountancy will help you sharpen your expertise and specialisation, create opportunities within academia or allow career advancement (and increased earning potential) within your chosen field.
The following specialisations are offered as part of the doctoral degree programmes in the SoA:
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Curriculum
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Admission requirements
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Doctor of Philosophy with specialisation in Financial Accounting
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BC690061
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EFIN9100 Doctoral thesis with at least one publishable manuscript, or at least three interrelated, publishable manuscripts / published articles in Financial Accounting
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Relevant Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9), with an average of at least 65%. No mini-dissertations, dissertations of less than 60 credits, or with a duration of less than one academic year will be considered.
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Doctor of Philosophy with specialisation in Management Accounting
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BC690062
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EBRF9100: Doctoral thesis with at least one publishable manuscript, or at least three interrelated, publishable manuscripts / published articles in Management Accounting
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Relevant Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9), with an average of at least 65%. No mini-dissertations, dissertations of less than 60 credits, or with a duration of less than one academic year will be considered.
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Doctor of Philosophy with specialisation in Taxation
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BC690063
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EBLS9100: Doctoral thesis with at least one publishable manuscript or at least three interrelated, publishable manuscripts / published articles in Taxation
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Relevant Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9), with an average of at least 65%. No mini-dissertations, dissertations of less than 60 credits, or with a duration of less than one academic year will be considered.
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Doctor of Philosophy with specialisation in Auditing
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BC690064
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EODT9100: Doctoral thesis with at least one publishable manuscript, or at least three interrelated, publishable manuscripts / published articles in Auditing
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Relevant Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9), with an average of at least 65%. No mini-dissertations, dissertations of less than 60 credits, or with a duration of less than one academic year will be considered.
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Admission to the Doctoral Degree Programme is subject to approval by the Programme Director: Chartered Accountancy and Research.
Prospective applicants must please contact the Programme Director: Chartered Accountancy and Research before application on the official UFS system to confirm the following:
- The School’s research focus and niche areas (RNAs);
- The School’s research approach; and
- The availability of supervision within the chosen Ph.D. specialisation.
Once the availability of supervision has been confirmed, the following documentation must be submitted to the Programme Director: Chartered Accountancy and Research before application on the official UFS system:
- Full study transcript, including copies of all qualifications.
- SAQA Certificate of Evaluation (in the case of foreign qualifications)
- Copy of the Master’s dissertation (where relevant).
- A 5-page proposal (excluding references) that sets out the following:
- Introduction and background of the study
- Research problem / Problem statement
- Research objectives
- Summary of the research methodology
- Planned structure of the chapters in the project
- Significance of the study
- List of references - referenced according to the Harvard referencing method
How do I apply for this programme?
The following link will direct you to the UFS Application site: https://apply.ufs.ac.za/Application/Start
Where can I source funding for my studies?
Other bursaries and funding:
Where can I get more information?
Info.soa@ufs.ac.za
+27 51 401 2333
Contact details of Programme Director: Chartered Accountancy and Research
Mrs. Lizelle Bruwer
bruwerl@ufs.ac.za