UCT GSB PHD FORMAT & TERM DATES

The PhD programme consists of a series of formalised online/blended workshops (PRCs) aimed at first year students (although students at all levels are invited to participate).

The themes of the workshops are co-created based on the specific needs of the cohort, but roughly the programme is as follow:
PRC’s 1 and 2 focus on the theoretical underpinnings of research projects, and PRC 3 focus on the proposal presentations.
The fourth and final workshop (PRC 4) entitled: “Life after the PhD”, will provide students with career guidance from the GSB Career Services team and PhD alumni.

PRC dates:

Delivery Method: Blended

Location:Cape Town

Duration: 4 - 5 years

Course Start Date: Monday, 24 February 2025

Block Dates:
  • PhD Orientation: 24-25 February 2025
  • PRC 1: Theoretical and practical underpinnings of research projects: 17 - 18 March 2025
  • PRC 2: Theoretical and practical underpinnings of research projects: 5 - 7 May 2025
  • PRC 3: Proposal presentations: 25 - 26 August 2025
  • PRC 4: Life after PhD: 3 - 4 November 2025

Application Period:1 May - 31 October 2024

Course Fee:R 25 680

Application Fee:100 ZAR / 0 USD