Wellington,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD - Sociology in Wellington New Zealand | Victoria University of Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
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Wellington New Zealand
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
10,220
(c. USD6,092)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Sociology explores human social interactions and structures. Develop a comprehensive grasp of societal dynamics by analyzing diverse group contexts, ranging from personal connections to worldwide cultural ties. Acquire expertise in organizing intricate projects, assessing proof, and cultivating the capacity to consider multiple perspectives on multifaceted scenarios. Master techniques for gathering, analyzing, and organizing substantial data sets while constructing coherent arguments supported by factual reasoning. Additionally, enhance your public speaking abilities by engaging in scholarly conferences and workshops. This degree program ranks among the global top 1% according to the 2019 QS World University Rankings. The School of Social and Cultural Studies features distinguished faculty whose influential research receives acclaim across New Zealand and beyond.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Research degree such as Honours or Master's by thesis from a New Zealand university with an average grade of B+ or higher, an approved international equivalent, or other approved evidence of adequate training and ability.
If you have a four-year Bachelor's degree graded in a four-point GPA system, you will need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0.
If you have a Bachelor's degree graded in the British system (including from India), you must have been awarded the degree with first or upper second-class Honours.
Either a Bachelor's degree with Honours or a Master's degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+),
Or to be currently enrolled in a Master's thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD,
arrange references from two referees
upload a sample of your academic writing in English
prepare an overview of your intended research project.
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5
If you have a four-year Bachelor's degree graded in a four-point GPA system, you will need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0.
If you have a Bachelor's degree graded in the British system (including from India), you must have been awarded the degree with first or upper second-class Honours.
Either a Bachelor's degree with Honours or a Master's degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+),
Or to be currently enrolled in a Master's thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD,
arrange references from two referees
upload a sample of your academic writing in English
prepare an overview of your intended research project.
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5
Tuition
NZD
10,220