Overview

The University of Auckland PhD in Philosophy is a three-to-four year full-time advanced research degree.

On entry to the PhD programme, you will be enrolled provisionally. By the end of your first year, you must meet a number of milestones to be confirmed into the PhD programme, including developing a full thesis proposal. After confirmation, you will continue to work on your research before submitting your thesis for examination after three years and within four years of your start date. The examination process includes an oral exam.

Part-time enrolment is available for New Zealand students, in which case provisional enrolment lasts for 24 months, and you must submit your full thesis for examination no earlier than 6 years, and within 8 years, of your start date.

Where could this programme take you?

Our PhD graduates are successful in a wide range of fields and careers, as well as the traditional academic research career path.

The PhD gives you extensive specialist and transferable skills, which are sought after in many sectors, including industry and government, and can even help you to develop entrepreneurship skills to run your own start up.

With focused development opportunities available throughout your PhD study, and dedicated postgraduate career advice, we can help you to explore and meet your own career goals, no matter what direction you take.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Eligible candidates can enrol and start their PhD at any time of year. You must enrol within 6 months of your unconditional offer.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

360 alternative credits

120 points per year of full-time study

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy View 10 other PhDs in Philosophy in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Masters-level qualification or the equivalent of a bachelors degree with honoursEvidence of significant research, usually undertaken as part of prior study
Meeting our academic requirements does not guarantee entry.
You must demonstrate an ability to research independently, and possess a high level of theoretical understanding. Acceptance is subject to staff availability for supervision, and appropriate resources and facilities.
You must write an initial statement of research intent to demonstrate your research capability and experience.
All students must meet our English-language requirements as a condition of entry.

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Tuition Fee

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International

7660 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7660 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

7660 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7660 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Auckland

1400 - 2200 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.