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217 PhD programmes in New Zealand

Music
The Doctor of Philosophy in Music from University of Canterbury follows on from completion of an Honours or Masters degree and is in an approved field of supervised research.

PhD in Landscape Architecture
PhD in Landscape Architecture at Victoria University of Wellington is about exploring and envisaging better design solutions for outdoor spaces. It merges design, art, culture, nature, and science to create engaging and functional spaces.

Geology
Geologists are directly involved in the monitoring, prediction, and assessment of hazards such as volcanoes, earthquakes, landslides, and tsunamis. The Geology course is offered at University of Canterbury.

Te Ao Māori
The values of Aotahi have been modelled on the traditions of Māui-Tikitiki-a-Taranga – the Māori demigod famous for obtaining the knowledge of fire and snaring the sun. The Te Ao Māori programme is offered at University of Canterbury.

PhD in International Business
Get advanced knowledge and skills in managing organisations, people, relationships and activities in a global environment with the PhD in International Business degree at Victoria University of Wellington.

Mechanical Engineering
The Mechanical Engineering course at University of Canterbury offers you specialised training in research and creative engineering skills.

Audiology
Audiology is the scientific study of hearing, and hearing disorders. Audiologists are highly trained professionals dedicated to the assessment, diagnosis, and non-medical management of hearing and balance function. The Audiology programme is offered at University of Canterbury focuses on training professional clinical audiologists.

Classics
Knowledge of Latin and Greek as well as of the complex natures of Greek and Roman cultures also develops skills in intellectual rigour, critical analysis, and self-expression – all highly prized qualities in the job market today. The Classics course is offered at the University of Canterbury.

PhD in Project Management
At the end of your first year of Building Science you can choose to focus on either a PhD in Project Management or Sustainable Engineering Systems, or both at Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Computer Graphics
Hone your skills and increase your expertise in creating visual effects, computer games, simulation and modelling. Design, implement and evaluate solutions to complex computer graphics problems. We offer a PhD in Computer Graphics degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.

Mathematical Physics
The degree in Mathematical Physics at the University of Canterbury will give you a deep conceptual understanding of how things work, and how the universe fits together. It will also give you the skills to think from first principles, and to express that thinking analytically in mathematical models.

PhD in Film
Enhance your degree with a postgraduate qualification and gain advanced knowledge and skills in PhD in Film at the Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Information Systems
Gain advanced knowledge and skills to prepare you for a rewarding career at the intersection of information technology and business with a PhD in Information Systems degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Religious Studies
Enhance your understanding of the diverse world of religious beliefs and practices and give your career a boost with a PhD in Religious Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience
Get advanced training in the scientific study of cognition, brain, and behaviour to prepare for a future in psychology and neuroscience research with the PhD in Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience degree from Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Media Studies
Enhance your undergraduate degree with a postgraduate qualification and gain advanced knowledge and skills in the field of PhD in Media Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Performance
Further develop and refine your vocal or instrumental Performance skills to a professional level with the PhD in Performance at Victoria University of Wellington.

Geography
The Geography course at the University of Canterbury is an exciting and distinctive discipline at the interface between Science and Arts. Its focus is on putting various types of knowledge together to find innovative solutions to problems faced by society such as climate change, poverty, sustainability, health, and inequality.

History
The History course University of Canterbury involves a sustained, rigorous, and systematic approach to a relevant body of knowledge.

PhD in Midwifery
Develop a deeper understanding of your work and improve the quality of care you provide with advanced study of PhD in Midwifery at Victoria University of Wellington.