PhD In Sport Management
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Faculty Website:听听 Faculty of Health Sciences
Department:听Department of Sport and Movement Studies
Programme Level: Postgraduate
Programme Name:听PhD In Sport Management
Programme Code: P9H17Q
Medium of Facilitation: part-time, Full-Time
NQF Level:听10
NQF Credits:听360
SAQA:听96969
Application Start Date: 1 April 2026
Application End Date: 31 October 2026
Campus:听Doornfontein
Contacts: UJ Call Centre 011 559-4555
Email: mylife@uj.ac.za
Duration of Study:听2 Years Full-time and 5 Years Part-time
Purpose
Through the doctoral thesis, culminating in the qualification, a qualifying student would demonstrate independent and original scientific work. The thesis is expected to make a significant contribution to advancing knowledge and understanding within the field of sport management, encompassing fundamental principles, current practical issues, and the interdisciplinary aspects of sociological, cultural, historical, political, psychological, and legal concepts relevant to sport management. It should also address business and strategic considerations crucial to effective sport management practices. Additionally, the thesis should showcase the student’s applied competence in research methodology and effective communication skills, both written and oral, in presenting research processes and findings. The student should critically reflect on their research decisions and applications, evaluating their impact within the broader context of research in the sport industry.
Admission Requirements
Access will be provided to the student who is in possession of a masters鈥 qualification in Sport Management (with an average pass mark of at least 65%) with a programme specific minimum level of competency on NQF Level 9, generating a minimum of 180 credits.
Selection Process
Selection is based on academic merit, and an interview (if required).
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