Overview

The PhD in Design at Victoria University of Wellington is a major piece of original research that demonstrates the candidate’s ability to carry out independent research and constitutes a significant and original contribution to knowledge or understanding in a field of study as well as intelligence and an aptitude for research, the degree requires considerable dedication and tenacity.

Key facts

The minimum period of registration before a PhD thesis can be submitted for examination is 36 months full-time (or equivalent).

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Programme Structure

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The Wellington Faculty of Graduate Research (WFGR) is the best place to start if you are interested in doctoral study at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.

Its website will link you to the online application process, provide you with details of available funding, application dates, and answers to questions you may have about what is involved in undertaking a PhD.

Your acceptance will depend on a number of factors, including your previous qualifications and experience, the suitability of your topic for PhD studies and our capacity to supervise you and your topic.

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Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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Apply by 1 March, 1 July or 1 November, and start studying once you have a final Offer of Place.

Language

English

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90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Industrial Design Design View 3 other PhDs in Design 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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58

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A portfolio of work is required as part of the PhD application process for students wanting to complete design-based research at the Wellington Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation.

A portfolio should showcase work that indicates your skill level, interests and strengths in design or related creative discipline. Up to 10 pieces of work is sufficient. If you are sending work you have completed for an employer, please clearly state what your role in the project was—design, drawing, project management.

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

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