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PhD in Economics in South Africa

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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    PhD in Economics

    University of Fort Hare (UFH) 🇿🇦 Alice, South Africa

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    DCom: Taxation, PhD: Taxation

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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    PhD (Economics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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    Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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    PhD (Construction Economics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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    Economics and Economics History (PhD)

    Rhodes University 🇿🇦 Grahamstown, South Africa

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    Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    PhD: Economics, DCom: Economics

    University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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    PhD Economics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    PhD Economics

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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    Doctor of Literature and Philosophy (DLitt et Phil) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    PhD Environmental Economics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    PhD Construction Economics

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Transport Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    PhD: Option Taxation

    University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

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    Doctor of Literature and Philosophy (DLitt et Phil) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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    Doctor of Commerce (DCom) in Economics

    University of South Africa 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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PhD in Economics in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 8 universities and colleges offer 18 PhD programmes in Economics. Popular study locations are Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, Rondebosch and Johannesburg. Institutions with the widest choice: University of South Africa, University of Pretoria and Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU).

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study PhD programmes in Economics?

The directory lists 18 PhD programmes in Economics at 8 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand and Rondebosch.

How long does a PhD in Economics take?

A PhD programme usually takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most PhD programmes in Economics in South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of South Africa, University of Pretoria, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), University of Cape Town and University of Johannesburg.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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