Wellington,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD - Theatre 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. USD5,993.24)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Elevate your love for theater through the School of English, Film, Theatre, and Media Studies. Our Theatre Program provides a solid foundation in practice-based research, with particular emphasis on directing and creative development techniques. Immerse yourself in Shakespearean performance, investigate New Zealand's theatrical traditions, or experiment with innovative scenographic technologies. Gain expertise in diverse scriptwriting methods for the stage. Hone your directing skills or pursue independent research in your chosen theatrical field. The program specializes in intercultural, indigenous, and diasporic performances, eco-conscious stage design, Shakespearean acting, direction, and adaptations. Alternatively, focus on dramatic writing, gender studies, popular culture performances, or theater for young audiences. Cultivate both independent and collaborative research abilities while learning from faculty whose enthusiasm rivals your own. You'll draw from their professional experience in directing, production design, playwriting, and acting—both locally and internationally.
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