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Doctorate in Sociology
Université Gaston Berger
St. Louis


Degree: Doctorate in Sociology
Program Language: English
Admission Semester: Fall (September)Spring (February)
Start Date: January Intake
Program Duration: 2-6 semesters

Fees

Semester Tuition Fees: 1510 Euro
Other Fees: The above fees structure applies to all faculties as an average but may vary with programs as per specific requirements . In case of extension, extra fees will be charged. Please pay attention to the acceptance letter for actual amounts to be paid.
Cost of living: 250 - 500 euros per month
Job opportunities: Part-time jobs for students are competitive throughout the town.These part-time jobs usually pay from 300 to 500 euros depending on the type of work.
Funding opportunities within the university: Universities usually offer part-time opportunities to students who constantly excel academically.

Program details

Educational organisation: Universite Gaston Berger
Study abroad: Opportunity Available
Internships: On the third year of study students will be legible to undertake industrial training or internship also known as industrial attachment.
Form of assessment: GPA Grade
ECTS credits: Each course in the program (Electives & Prerequisites) commands a certain amount of credit points.
Program objectives: Sociology

Minimum cost of living

Accomodation: 130 - 280 Euro / month
Food: 70 Euro / month
Cost of living: 50 Euro / month
Transportation: Free, the University offers shuttles

Requirements

Language requirements: English Proficiency, French proficiency
Academic requirements:

- High School

- A-level Certificate

Master's Degree

Documents:

1. High School & A-Level Certificates

2. Evidence of French Language Proficiency (if applicable)

3. Passport Copy

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Arrival support: Support Available - Provided by the university
Services and support for international students: Support Available - Provided by the university
Accomodation

*Off-Campus

*On-Campus options available


Doctorate

About Université Gaston Berger:

Gaston Berger University, or L'Université Gaston Berger, located some 12 km outside Saint-Louis, was the second university established in Senegal. Originally the University of Saint-Louis, it was renamed for Gaston Berger, an important French-Senegalese philosopher. 

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About Senegal:

Senegal is a country located on the shoulder of West Africa and bordered by Mauritania, Mali, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, and the Gambia. Senegal has an estimated area of 196 722 square kilometers. Its capital city is called Dakar. Senegal had an estimated population of over 15 million people as of 2018 and a population density of about 68.7 people per square kilometer. The country gained its independence from France on the 4th of April 1960. The official language spoken in Senegal is French and its lingua franca is Wolof, one of the most widely spoken languages. Other languages include Balanta, Hassaniya Arabic, Jola-Fonyi, Mandinka, Manjak, Mankanya, Noon, Pular, Serer, and Soninke. Different ethnic groups make Senegal quite interesting and diverse. The ethnic make-up of Senegal is Wolof contributing an estimated 41.3%, Fula 17.8%, Serer 15.7%, Mandinka 14%, Jola 3.7%, Soninke 1.1%,

About the city:

Saint-Louis is a city on the northwest coast of Senegal. It’s known for its colonial architecture. The old town is on N’Dar Island, in the Senegal River. This island is linked to the mainland by the 1865 Faidherbe Bridge, designed by Gustave Eiffel. Place Faidherbe has well-preserved buildings, including the Governor’s Palace and the neoclassical cathedral. The Musée du CRDS exhibits historical artifacts and art.