Christchurch,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mechanical 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. USD4,420.82)
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 expert guidance and access to top-tier facilities. UC offers PhD opportunities across more than 70 disciplines, welcoming a diverse community of over 1,000 doctoral candidates representing 60+ countries.
Earning a PhD requires conducting rigorous, long-term, innovative research in your selected field, culminating in a thesis that advances scholarly understanding. This achievement demonstrates intellectual prowess, perseverance, and dedication. A PhD opens doors to various career paths, particularly in academia.
Mechanical Engineering postgraduate studies provide focused development of research capabilities and innovative engineering expertise.
Students can gain practical knowledge in multiple sectors including industrial design, production systems, infrastructure services, energy systems, mobility solutions, and healthcare technologies.
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