What is a PhD degree?
A PhD is a doctoral research degree and normally the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve.
How long does PhD last?
The degree normally takes between three and four years of full-time work towards a thesis offering an original contribution to your subject.
What are the PhD admission requirements?
Generally speaking, PhD admission requirements relating to the candidate’s grades (usually at both bachelor’s level and master’s level) and their potential research capabilities. Most institutions require that candidates hold an honors degree or a master’s degree with high academic standing, along with a bachelor’s degree with at least upper second-class honors. In some cases, you can also apply for a PhD simply on the basis of your master’s degree grades.
Some PhD applications require proof of proficiency in the language in which you intend to study. You can either provide the results of an approved standardized language exam or show evidence of having completed undergraduate or postgraduate study in the relevant language.
