54 PhD programmes offered by the university

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.

Develop advanced and highly desirable skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking with this English degree at the University of Canterbury.

The Civil Engineering course at University of Canterbury strives to attain the highest possible standards in both teaching and research at graduate level. Students and staff work closely together to extend and challenge their talents and abilities.

Medical Physics applies the concepts and methods of physics to the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. The Medical Physics course is offered at University of Canterbury.

This ‌Biological Sciences programme at University of Canterbury is broad and flexible, allowing students to study multiple aspects of the biological sciences or take on an interdisciplinary approach.

The graduates Engineering Management programme at University of Canterbury apply integrated engineering and business knowledge in a technical environment.

The Philosophy course from University of Canterbury allows you to delve deeper into fundamental questions of our society. 

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

The Forestry Science degree at University of Canterbury offers a surprising array of career options both within Aotearoa New Zealand and internationally. 

Create medical engineering technologies for rehabilitation, therapeutics, and medical informatics with this Bioengineering degree from the University of Canterbury.

Astronomy and astrophysics are concerned with the study of the nature and distribution of matter and radiation throughout all time and space in the Universe. The Astronomy course is offered at University of Canterbury.

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.

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. 

The Fire Engineering degree at University of Canterbury is open to graduates from relevant branches of engineering, and covers all aspects of fire safety in buildings and other structures, human safety, and risk assessment.