Overview

A PhD is the starting point for most careers in research and higher education. Our graduates of the PhD in Health program from Victoria University of Wellington are equipped with the knowledge and tools to make a difference in the world, and often become leaders in industry and government.

Key Facts

You’ll be mentored by our researchers, and work with them to find solutions to some of the world’s biggest problems. They’ll support you on your journey to produce innovative, robust, and relevant research.

A PhD normally follows another postgraduate qualification, such as a Master’s or Honours degree. For some programmes, you may also need to have relevant experience.

Completing a Health program from Victoria University of Wellington takes at least three years of largely self-directed study, demanding intellectual effort, self-discipline, and dedication.

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Programme Structure

Research

The PhD thesis is a major piece of work that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent research. It must make a significant new contribution to the knowledge or understanding of your field of study.

This contribution may include critical, experimental, theoretical, or creative components, but the end result must be a single integrated study not exceeding 100,000 words in length.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Apply by 1 March, 1 July or 1 November, and start studying once you have a final Offer of Place.

Language

English

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90

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PTE Academic

58

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Public Health View 4 other PhDs in Public Health in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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58

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Other requirements

General requirements

Either a Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a Master’s degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+);

Or to be currently enrolled in a Master’s thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD;
Or to be able to produce evidence to the satisfaction of the Dean, Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research, of adequate training and ability to proceed with the proposed course for the degree—see note below about qualifications from universities outside New Zealand.
As well as qualifying for entry, you will need to be accepted by the relevant Head of School and Associate Dean of Postgraduate Research.

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Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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General requirements

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Living costs

Wellington

Funding

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