Christchurch,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Law 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. USD4,528.14)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The University of Canterbury's Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program is exclusively research-focused, conducted with guidance from leading experts and utilizing top-tier facilities. UC offers PhD opportunities across more than 70 disciplines, welcoming a diverse community of over 1,000 scholars representing 60+ countries.
This rigorous program demands in-depth, continuous, and innovative research in your selected field, culminating in a thesis that advances scholarly understanding. Earning a PhD demonstrates exceptional analytical skills, dedication, and perseverance, opening doors to various career paths including academia.
Law students develop critical thinking abilities, learn to assess intricate legal scenarios, and master persuasive argumentation. The curriculum provides thorough training in statutory interpretation, case analysis, and legal research while examining law's broader societal, political, and historical dimensions. The Law School boasts internationally recognized faculty who author authoritative legal texts and engage in public discourse. Maintaining strong ties with legal practitioners, the program benefits from professional contributions to its curriculum. Regular visits by international scholars offer specialized courses, and students have opportunities to attend lectures delivered by Supreme Court justices.
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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