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52 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in New Zealand
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Psychology
Psychology at University of Canterbury is the scientific study of behaviour and associated biological, cognitive, and social processes in humans and other animals. It is a rapidly developing field touching on all aspects of human life.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Political Science and International Relations
Investigate politics, communities and how we make decisions collectively as governments with the Political Science and International Relations programme at University of Canterbury.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Industrial and Organisational Psychology
The Industrial and Organisational Psychology degree at University of Canterbury applies psychological theories and principles to understand individual attitudes and behaviours in the workplace, and how these attitudes, behaviours, and performance can be improved through hiring practices, training programs, leadership, and management systems.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in New Zealand Studies
PhD in New Zealand Studies at Victoria University of Wellington focuses on historical and cultural topics specific to Aotearoa. Find out how New Zealanders understand their identity—looking at themes that span New Zealand's literary, oral, and written histories.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Antarctic Studies
The Antarctic Studies course at the University of Canterbury are coordinated by Gateway Antarctica, the Centre for Antarctic Studies and Research at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,049/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Sociology
Enhance your Bachelor's degree and gain advanced knowledge and skills in Sociology with a postgraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Economics
Develop advanced theoretical knowledge and technical ability in PhD in Economics and gain the skills you need for independent research at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Cross-cultural Psychology
Enhance your degree and get the skills and knowledge to design, conduct, and evaluate cross-cultural research through advanced study of PhD in Cross-cultural Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Maori Studies
Build your ability to make a difference for M?ori and boost your career with postgraduate PhD in Maori Studies at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Humanities and Social Science
The PhD in Humanities and Social Science program from Victoria University of Wellington involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Geography
Deepen your knowledge of the relationships between people, place and the environment with postgraduate study in human PhD in Geography at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Criminology
Go deeper into the explanations for crime and the workings of the criminal justice system. Study the characteristics of offenders and how criminal behaviour relates to a wide range of social factors with this PhD in Criminology degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in German
Build your fluency in the PhD in German language and deepen your understanding of German culture, society, and literature at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in International Relations
Expand your horizons and enhance your understanding of global challenges and events with advanced study in PhD in International Relations at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available