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52 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in New Zealand
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
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$4,865/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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 Canterbury4,0(25)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Spanish
Studying Spanish at the University of Canterbury offers access to a very rich culture, both ancient and modern.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,865/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Pacific Studies
Build a more profound understanding of the Pacific’s past influences and future possibilities with this PhD in Pacific Studies degree at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Antarctic Studies
The Antarctic Studies course at the University of Canterbury is a research-only degree, carried out under expert supervision and using world-class facilities.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,865/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,865/yr
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
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$4,865/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Psychology
Build on the knowledge and skills you gained in your Bachelor's degree and improve your career prospects with advanced study in the PhD in Psychology from Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Public Policy
Expand your expertise in Public Policy and enhance your ability to analyse and influence how effective policy decisions are made with a PhD at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide Cultural Studies
Students in the Cultural Studies course from University of Canterbury develop advanced skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking, while pursuing their own interests in a range of topics exploring the plurality of culture.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,865/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Cultural Anthropology
Take your skills and knowledge in PhD in Cultural Anthropology at Victoria University of Wellington to the next step with postgraduate study.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Geophysics
Taught by the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, PhD in Geophysics at Victoria University of Wellington is ranked among the top 150 in the world in the 2022 QS World Rankings by Subject.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
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
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
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$4,865/yr
University of Canterbury4,0(25)
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$4,865/yr