Doctor of Philosophy
Massey University · Palmerston North, New Zealand
About this programme
A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 3 years
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- Rolling
- Deadline
- Rolling admissions
Entry requirements
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University. Massey University entry requirements To enter the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) you will: have completed a postgraduate bachelor's (honours) or master's degree with First Class Honours or Second Class Honours (Division I) B+ equivalent, or equivalent qualification have sufficient independent research experience to satisfy the Doctoral Research Committee that you have the capacity to successfully undertake the qualification. Massey University’s Doctoral Research Committee administers the PhD. Registration must be supported by the relevant Head of School/Centre who will agree to provide supervision and facilities for your research. Please note that there are more applicants than places. If you meet the above conditions you will also go through a selection process including an interview. If successful in this process, you will be offered a place. English language requirements: Academic IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0* - this must be achieved in 1 sitting; or a minimum TOEFL iBT of 90 overall (minimum of 20 in writing). These tests are valid for 2 years. *Note: The Institute of Education requires an overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 7 in Reading and Writing and a minimum of 6 in Listening and Speaking. English language requirements
Visa
- Visa required
- Fee Paying Student Visa
- Application fee
- NZD 850 (online application fee)
- Proof of funds
- NZD 20,000/yr
- Processing time
- Up to 8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (1)
- Manaaki New Zealand ScholarshipsFully funded · Deadline February / March each year