Christchurch,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Bioengineering in Christchurch New Zealand | University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury
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Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
7,627
(c. USD4,420.19)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Bioengineering is rapidly expanding both in Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. Current population and economic projections suggest greater automation in healthcare will be necessary to address rising life expectancies and growing chronic illness rates linked to inactive lifestyles. As a result, medical professionals and device manufacturers are turning more frequently to engineers for innovative solutions.
This field applies engineering and biological concepts to medical and health-related challenges. It spans diverse areas including Medical Engineering, Biomaterials, Biomechanics, Rehabilitation, Medical Modeling, Therapeutics, and Medical Informatics Technology. Working with human biological systems demands expertise across multiple disciplines, from fundamental science to practical design implementation.
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
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