Overview

It also gives postgraduate students and industry the opportunity to conduct bioengineering and nanomedicine research with world‑class scientists.

Features

Our vision is to be an interdisciplinary, pure and applied research‑led centre with an international reputation for excellence.

A Bioengineering PhD degree at University of Otago within the Centre can be highly rewarding as the projects involve applying basic science to real problems. PhD students can either enroll at the University of Otago or a collaborating institution.

Programme Structure

Research profile

The Centre for Bioengineering and Nanomedicine is at the forefront of research into biomaterials, molecular and biomedical imaging, point-of-care technologies, and regenerative medicine.

We have diverse strengths across physical, engineering, and biomedical sciences that enable excellence in research.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Applications can be submitted year-round, with support from a supervisor.

Language

English

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90

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dunedin, New Zealand

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 4 other PhDs in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

a Bachelor’s degree with first or upper second class Honours (with an average grade in Honours papers at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago) or equivalent (including a research component with an average grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago); or

a Master’s degree (with an average grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago) (including an appropriate research component worth at least a quarter of a year's workload (0.25 EFTS), with a grade at or equivalent to at least B+ at the University of Otago); or

appropriate research experience; and

for candidates including a nominated creative component for assessment, demonstrated advanced training or experience in a relevant creative practice.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

51224 NZD / year

≈ 51224 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

12385 NZD / year

≈ 12385 NZD / year

Living costs

Dunedin

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Bioengineering.

Available Scholarships

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