Overview

The PhD in Philosophy at Auckland University of Technology is suitable for students who want to pursue an academic or research career, or a senior position in the public or private sector. Doctoral studies present you with the opportunity to generate new ideas that can benefit business and society. You will make a significant original contribution to knowledge and understanding in your field of study and meet recognised international standards for your work.

Career opportunities

It is expected that graduates with a Doctor of Philosophy will have gained the necessary skills and qualifications to follow an academic or research career.

Alternatively, your research topic may lead you to a position of expertise in your chosen field.

The opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills you gain through a PhD will be extensive, both in industry and academia.

Programme Structure

Structure:

Stage 1

You put together a proposal that critically reviews work done in your area of research. This requires a suitable research methodology and a timeframe for completion of the degree.

Stage 2

Once you have completed your research proposal, you refine your design, collect data and conduct your research as appropriate.

Data is collected and analysed and the results are published at international conferences. A journal publication is also encouraged at this point.

Stage 3

The first step in the final stage of the PhD is finalising the data collection and analysis. You then write your PhD thesis and submit it to the supervisor for feedback. It could take two or three drafts before the thesis is ready for submission and examination.

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-07-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00

More details

International students:

We recommend you apply as early as possible to allow for visa processing and travel to New Zealand.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy General Studies

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Must normally have completed the following in a discipline appropriate to the proposed research:

Master’s degree with honours OR

Bachelor’s degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study)

The degree must normally have been gained at the standard of first class or second class (first division) honours from this University or a recognised equivalent.

The degree should include advanced learning in research, execution of a research project and a written report on the research.

English language requirements:

Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 6.5 in Writing and no band less than 6.0

All other study areas

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and no band less than 6.0

Tuition Fee

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International

42600 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 42600 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

7477 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7477 NZD per year during 36 months.

Domestic

$8,623 (for 120 points)

($7,477 tuition+$1146 student services)

International

Offshore: $43,403 (for 120 points)

Onshore study: $8,624 ($7478 tuition+$1146)

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.