PhD in Art History in Christchurch New Zealand | University of Canterbury

University of Canterbury | Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 7,627
(c. USD4,453.65)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The University of Canterbury's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is a dedicated research degree conducted with guidance from leading experts and utilizing top-tier facilities. With over 70 subject areas available, UC welcomes more than 1,000 doctoral candidates representing over 60 countries worldwide.

Earning a PhD requires conducting thorough, long-term, and innovative research in your selected discipline, culminating in a thesis that advances understanding in your field. This prestigious qualification demonstrates scholarly capability, perseverance, and dedication. A PhD opens doors to diverse career paths, including academic positions.

Beyond specialized supervision, UC offers all doctoral candidates professional development opportunities in key transferable skills such as research communication, networking, career development, data management, statistical methods, ethical considerations, professional standards, and cultural competency. International PhD students in New Zealand enjoy numerous advantages, including part-time work permissions during studies, post-graduation work visa eligibility, domestic tuition rates, and family benefits for partners and dependents.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Enrolment in a PhD requires completion of a research-focused honours or master's degree, at First or Second Class (Division) Honours or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications).

Applicants with qualifications from outside Aotearoa New Zealand must have been granted admission to the University. Our admissions team, in consultation with the host department, look at your qualifications and transcripts to ensure that you have the background required to complete a PhD. It is possible that you may be required to complete preparatory courses prior to or after admission into a PhD programme.

IELTS: An average score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening and speaking
TOEFL iBT :Total minimum score of 90, minimum score of 19 in reading, writing and listening

Tuition NZD 7,627

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