PhD - Dance Studies in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is an internationally recognized advanced research degree, representing the highest academic qualification attainable. Doctoral candidates are innovative, analytical thinkers who conduct groundbreaking research for a minimum of three years. The University of Auckland offers this prestigious qualification across more than 100 disciplines, where students pursue original investigations under the guidance of distinguished academics and research pioneers. Throughout their doctoral journey, students enhance their intellectual, professional, and personal capabilities. Our PhD candidates regularly showcase their findings at conferences worldwide and are supported in building connections with specialists in their field. Comprehensive regulations for doctoral studies, including the PhD statute, can be found in our Doctoral policies and guidelines. Should your desired research area not appear in our listings, it might be offered under an alternative designation.

The Dance Studies Programme at our university stands as New Zealand's premier institution for advanced dance research, gaining global acclaim for its scholarly work in pedagogy, choreographic innovation, and cultural dance studies. Within this program, doctoral students can select between two distinct research pathways tailored to their academic interests.