Doctor of Philosophy in Anthropology
To equip learners as advanced, Doctoral-Level, producers of scholarly knowledge in the discipline and Profession of Anthropology.
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
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Originator
University of South Africa
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies
Subfield
General Social Science
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
To equip learners as advanced, Doctoral-Level, producers of scholarly knowledge in the discipline and Profession of Anthropology.
Rationale
This qualification enables learners to develop in-depth knowledge of the principles, major theories and paradigms, and methods of Anthropology as a holistic and critical academic discipline. They will develop an advanced research competency that involves the capacity to independently plan, implement and manage the research process, to write a research proposal and a Doctoral thesis that reflects the ability to engage in scholarly debates in the generation of knowledge in Anthropology.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements may be admitted to the qualification through RPL.
Entry Requirements
A Master's Degree in Anthropology or related field, Level 9.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
The qualification consists of a research proposal module and a thesis to the value of 360 Credits.
Modules
- Research Proposal, 0 Credits.
- Research Project and Thesis, 360 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
Students completing this programme are expected to demonstrate
- Demonstrate a coherent and critical understanding of relevant theories in Anthropology and related fields.
- Rigorously critique and evaluate current research in the discipline of Anthropology and related fields.
- Identify, analyse and contextualise local, national and global Anthropological issues.
- Engage in Anthropological fieldwork, in an ethical manner.
- Apply an advanced skill in information retrieval and processing.
- Rigorously participate and engage in scholarly debates in a selected area of Anthropology.
- Undertake a research project and apply relevant research methods and techniques in an independent and innovative manner.
- Produce a research-based thesis which meets the standards of professional writing.
- Engage in continual critical self-reflection.
- Manage complex tasks autonomously, professionally and ethically.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes
- Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate literature as well as fieldwork generated data.
- Use technology effectively, critically and ethically.
- Communicate research effectively to a variety of audiences, including communities where research is conducted, professional and academic associations and government and non-government organisations.
- Explain and disseminate research findings and outcomes on a multi,-inter and trans-disciplinary Level.
- Explain the world as a set of related systems with long standing inequalities created through Colonial and Western systems of knowledge, and economic systems.
Integrated Assessment
Assessment of the thesis will be conducted by three examiners, of whom at least one will be an international examiner with an in-depth knowledge of the field and with a proven record of research.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
The qualification leads to Postdoctoral Studies.
International comparability
Unisa forms part of an internationally recognised accreditation system whereby university qualifications are evaluated against international comparators and accredited accordingly; for example, Unisa's qualifications are accredited in the International Handbook of Universities and in the Commonwealth Universities' Yearbook.
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