International Students can consult with the International Office on application procedures. We are also committed to assisting students to complete their theses in the required time period. We recognize that being a postgraduate can often be a lonely business and we try to provide a supportive and lively postgraduate environment. In addition, there are a range of facilities that students can use. A research degree done under supervision on an approved topic.
Examination is by thesis alone.
The theses must make a substantial scholarly contribution to the discipline of African Literature. Return all forms to the Department . Please note that you may be called for an interview and be asked for a sample of written work. For the research report, the candidate also has to prepare a research proposal which must be accepted by the Higher Degrees Committee.