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Doctor of Philosophy in Informatics
Modes of Study  By Research Only
Duration 3 Years
Level Postgraduate
Course Code 10DPIN

Description

The PhD in Informatics was conceptualised against the backdrop of the above imperatives in order to train scientific researchers in  various  fields  of  study  related  to  Informatics  (e.g.  Business  Informatics  and  Web  Informatics).  Students  will  develop  a  thorough  understanding of relevant methodological approaches, and develop competence in the application of qualitative, design, mixed‐ mode and quantitative research methodologies through participation in research projects under the supervision of experienced staff  members. The precise focus of the research will be determined through dialogue between the candidate and supervising staff and will fall within the scope of the approved research clusters of the Faculty of Computing and Informatics

The  development  of  research  competence  has  prime  priority  in  the  context  of  this  PhD  programme.  Students  are  required  to  investigate,  design,  and  conduct  independent  research,  where  Informatics  is  the  research  focus,  apply  advanced  methods  and  techniques and/or deal with a sophisticated application problem connected with the topic of interest. The research output, in the form  of a thesis, must contribute meaningfully and substantially to the existing body of knowledge in the field/area of specialisation through  comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis and evaluation of existing knowledge.

 

Admission Requirements 

Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 9, or equivalent, in Informatics or related cognate areas,  may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of having conducted supervised research at  this level. In addition, applicants may be  required  to attend a pre‐selection interview at  the discretion of  the department. The  Higher Degrees Committee will approve the final selection and admission of candidates.

Registration  prior  to  the  approval  of  a  research  proposal  is  provisional  and  will  be  made  official  only  when  the  Higher  Degrees  Committee approves the proposal. These procedures will be fully explained to each prospective student during his or her personal  interview.

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