Doctor of Philosophy
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About the course
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component. With a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), you become a deep expert in a specific area. The research you engage in empowers you not only with in-depth knowledge, but also the critical thinking and communication skills to engage in the most pressing social, political, and economic conversations of our time. The research you undertake is written up as a thesis, which may include papers published, or intended to be published, contributing to your field of study. The thesis is required to present the research case; outlining the research conducted, findings, conclusions, and your original contribution to the field's knowledge. There is no coursework for this degree. For those considering integrating creative work with their PhD research, download and read the .
About the provider
The University of Waikato, located in the central North Island cities of Hamilton and Tauranga, is an internationally recognised tertiary institution offering degree programmes designed to produce job-ready graduates. Each year, the University provides more than 2,000 industry placements and internship opportunities, believing its students benefit from the chance to put the theory they have learnt in classrooms, into practice in a real-world employment environment. When students choose to study at waikato, they gain a globally recognised education. In 2019, the QS World University Rankings placed the University of Waikato 266th in the world, an improvement of 135 places in five years. The University is also in the top 5% of all globally ranked institutions for research impact, meaning their research is among some of the most influential in the world.