PhD Accounting Sciences
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Duration of study: 2 years
Total credits: 360
Duration of study: 2 years
Total credits: 360
Programme Information
The degree comprises the writing of a dissertation and an article for publication in a recognised scientific journal
Admission Requirements
- Relevant Master’s degree
Research Information
The weight of the research component contributes 100% towards the total requirements for the degree.
PhD Accounting Sciences
PhD in Accounting
Why Pursue a PhD in Accounting Degree?
A PhD in Accounting degree is the highest level accounting degree that career accountants and auditors can obtain. As such, graduates with a PhD in Accounting command competitive salaries and can enter the job market as in-demand candidates at all levels of business. Government accounting positions are also available to graduates; these positions are highly sought after and compared to a lower level degree, a PhD can make a candidate more attractive to government employers. Graduates with a doctorate in accounting are also eligible to work as faculty and researchers at the college level.
PhD Accounting Sciences
Faculty Enquiries | |
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Economic and Management Sciences | Ignatius Dire +27 (0)12 420 5278 ignatious.dire@up.ac.za Alta Erasmus +27 (0) 12 420 3062 alta.erasmus@up.ac.za |