Doctor of Philosophy – PhD
Other Science
A course by
Massey University
A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.
NZ$38,840
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct original, independent research
Demonstrate ability to plan, execute, and report on a significant, independent, and original research project in your field.
Make a significant scholarly contribution
Produce a thesis that provides a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of a disciplinary area.
About This Course
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Massey University is an advanced research qualification for those who wish to conduct original and significant research. The PhD is awarded for a thesis demonstrating the candidate's ability to perform independent and original research, making a notable contribution to knowledge and understanding in a field of study. Students benefit from research training, communications events, tailored writing and research management workshops, and are supported by a supervisory panel. The PhD includes a provisional registration period and culminates with a thesis submission and oral defence. Available at Auckland, Wellington, and Manawatū campuses.
Course Content
- Completion of an original research thesis
- Provisional year (with formal progress review after 9–12 months full-time or 12–16 months part-time)
- Research communications events (e.g., Three-Minute Thesis competition)
- Personal effectiveness and relationship-building support (Strengths@Massey)
- Intensive thesis writing boot camps
- Workshops: academic writing, databases, data management, project management, research funding, grant applications, intercultural communication, entrepreneurship, innovation
- Ongoing progress reporting
- Final thesis submission and oral defence
- Exhibition/installation/performance with exegesis for Creative Arts candidates as required
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Academic/research positions in tertiary institutionsResearch and development roles in industryExpert and leadership positions in the public sectorPolicy advisory and consultancy roles
