Christchurch,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Fire Engineering 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. USD4,450.35)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Canterbury stands among only two Southern Hemisphere institutions providing postgraduate programs in Fire Engineering. Our department attracts students globally, with Canterbury alumni securing positions worldwide. Our faculty's outstanding research has earned prestigious accolades from both New Zealand and international organizations. We are committed to delivering a thorough, hands-on, and engaging educational journey.
Fire engineering focuses on applying scientific and technical principles to safeguard people and environments from fire hazards. The Master of Engineering in Fire Engineering welcomes graduates from related engineering disciplines, addressing all facets of structural fire safety, human protection, and risk evaluation. Certain courses are delivered intensively, while online platforms enable adaptable study schedules. The program also includes a thesis or project component.
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 I) 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