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217 PhD programmes in New Zealand

Biochemistry
The Biochemistry programme at University of Canterbury has modern state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities.

PhD in Health Policy, Planning and Service Delivery
Enhance your Bachelor’s degree and gain an advanced understanding of national health systems and policy. We offer a PhD in Health Policy, Planning and Service Delivery degree at Victoria University of Wellington.

Environmental Science
The Environmental Science degree at University of Canterbury is an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the environment, incorporating its structure and functioning, and human interactions with the environment.

PhD in Urban and Regional Planning
Learn how to shape and improve cities, towns, and regions. Develop the expertise to make our urban and rural environments more functional, sustainable, and appealing with the PhD in Urban and Regional Planning degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Art History
Examine the history of art in detail, contribute to the creative capital of Aotearoa, participate in developing new histories of art relevant to the 21st century, and gain a deeper understanding of your area of interest with this PhD in Art History degree offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Tourism Management
The tourism industry offers a world of opportunities. Studying the PhD in Tourism Management at Victoria University of Wellington will help you on your journey towards a senior role in this exciting, diverse, and growing industry.

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

Art History and Theory
Studying the Art History and Theory programme at University of Canterbury helps you understand theories of art, material culture and aesthetics, and their relevance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

PhD in Creative Writing
A PhD in Creative Writing degree is the highest academic qualification offered by 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 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.

Mathematics
Mathematics is a living subject with new processes, techniques, and theories constantly being devised, tested, and explored. This degree is offered at the University of Canterbury.

PhD in Law
Refine your expertise, pursue your interests, and join our global community of legal scholars. We offer a PhD in Law degree at Victoria University of Wellington.

Doctor of Health
The Doctor of Health program from Victoria University of Wellington will enable you to innovate and make a difference in health delivery outcomes in New Zealand and globally.

PhD in Workplace Health and Safety
Become a leader in the growing Workplace Health and Safety sector by undertaking a specialist qualification PhD at Victoria University of Wellington.

Musical Arts
The University of Canterbury's Doctor of Musical Arts course is aimed at those wishing to undertake advanced research in music composition or performance.

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.

PhD in Forensic Psychology
Expand on your degree and take your skills and knowledge to the next level with advanced study in PhD in Forensic Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington.

PhD in Cell and Molecular Bioscience
Improve your career prospects and gain new knowledge and skills with advanced study in PhD in Cell and Molecular Bioscience at Victoria University of Wellington.

European Studies
The European Studies programme at University of Canterbury is focused around the National Centre for Research on Europe (NCRE), which provides unique training and development opportunities for postgraduate students seeking careers in trade, foreign affairs, and policy.