DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD) – Africa School of Politics and Governance Publication
Africa School of Politics and Governance Publication

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (PhD)

Specializing in Political Science, Economics Development, Legal Studies, English Literature and Theology, and Policy Development and Analysis.

The Doctorate of Philosophy is designed for scholars who wish to generate original knowledge and contribute to the evolving political world. Specializing in Political Science, Economics Development, Legal Studies, English Literature and Theology, and Policy Development and Analysis. The doctoral program is 2 years of study plus 1 year of research and dissertation. Entry: Master degree holder Level 9 in any field of study from a recognized institution.

Program Highlight

NQA Level

10

Duration

3 Years

Study Mode

100% Online

Program Objective

To deepen specialized knowledge in subfields and prepare individuals for careers in government institutions, academia, and diplomatic services where critical thinking and research skills are required. Graduates will build intellectual capacity to generate new knowledge in the revolving political world, solve complex issues, and assume leadership roles in political, governmental, and academic institutions.

Career Pathways
  • University Lecturer / Professor
  • Senior Government Policy Advisor
  • Political Research Director
  • Government Diplomatic Services
  • Think Tank Political Analyst
  • Qualify for bureaucracy position of a diplomatic as an ambassador

Core Curriculum Topics

Subject Area Core Topics Covered
Year 1 Political Science, Economics, Legal Study, English Literature and Theory — foundational doctoral coursework
Year 2 Political Science (Advanced), Economics (Advanced), Legal Study (Advanced), English Literature and Theory (Advanced) — specialization
Year 3 Research Methodology, Doctoral Dissertation Writing, Original Research in chosen specialization, Thesis Dissertation Defense

Core Courses by Year

Year 1 Courses (Full time online studies with the help of the lecture) Year 2 (studies based on real world application) Courses Year3 (research dissertation under supervision ) Courses Year 1
Semester 1 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 1 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 1 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 1
Semester 2 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 2 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 2 English literature and theology, policies development and analysis, Economy development, legal studies and political science Semester 2

Programs Cost

 

Semester 1 (Jan-Apr)

Semester 2 (May-Jul)

Semester 3 (Aug-Oct)

Year Total

Programme Total

Registration Fee

N$5,500

N$6,000

N$6,000

N$5,500

Once only

Tuition per Semester

N$6,000

N$6,000

N$6,000

N$18,000

N$18,000/yr.

Total 3 Years

N$54,000 total

Monthly Instalment: N$1,500

Admission Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Required Documents

Grade 11/12 certificate pass with minimum 20 points (ASPG Evaluation Scale)

Completed application form

English at minimum F at NSSCO / Cambridge level

Academic transcripts and certificates

Mature Age Entry (25+): junior/secondary education + 5 years relevant work experience

National ID or Passport (copy)

Postgraduate Masters: Bachelor degree holder Level 8 in any field

Recent passport-sized photographs

PhD: Master degree holder Level 9 from a recognized institution

Personal statement / motivation letter

Honorary Doctorate: 7 years career expertise (employer letter signed & stamped + CV) OR 14 years leadership (community leader letter + CV)

Two academic or professional references

Application Deadlines

Level

Intake Session

Applications Open

Application Deadline

All Programmes

1st Intake (Jan)

October 1

December 15

All Programmes

2nd Intake (June)

March 1

April 30

All Programmes

3rd Intake (Aug)

June 1

July 30

Petty Tjaimba

Faculty Representative

Dr. Michaella Michael Kalyangu

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Mr. Jim Christ Chu

Africa Political Analyst & Staff Representative