Doctorate programs in New Zealand

Browse doctorate programs taught in New Zealand.

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What degree levels can I study in New Zealand?

Programs in New Zealand are offered at these levels: Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Doctorate.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

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Doctor of Medicine (MD)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: Blended

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Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

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Doctor of Science (DSc)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Literature (LittD)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Music (MusD)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Laws (LLD)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Commerce (DCom)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Dental Science (DDSc)

University of Otago QS 2027 #198

Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

otago.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Lincoln University, New Zealand QS 2027 #419 =

Lincoln, Canterbury, New Zealand

lincoln.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

Local tuition: NZD 9,600 / year

International tuition: NZD 9,600 / year

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Doctor of Clinical Psychology

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

Next intake: Semester One 2027 · Mar 01, 2027

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Doctor of Education

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

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Doctor of Fine Arts

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Language: en

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Doctor of Health Sciences

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

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Doctor of Medical Sciences

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Credits: 480.0 (points)

Language: en

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Doctor of Philosophy

University of Auckland QS 2027 #67

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

auckland.ac.nz/en.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Language: en

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Doctor of Education

Auckland University of Technology QS 2027 #431

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

aut.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

Local tuition: NZD 8,906 / year

Next intake: February 2027 · Feb 22, 2027

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Doctor of Health Science

Auckland University of Technology QS 2027 #431

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

aut.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

Local tuition: NZD 8,906 / year

Next intake: February 2027 · Feb 01, 2027

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Doctor of Philosophy

Auckland University of Technology QS 2027 #431

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

aut.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 360.0 (points)

Language: en

Local tuition: NZD 8,906 / year

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Doctor of Clinical Psychology

Massey University QS 2027 #215

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

massey.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Credits: 360.0 (points)

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Doctor of Philosophy

Massey University QS 2027 #215

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand

massey.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Duration: 3 years

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 360.0 (points)

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

University of Canterbury QS 2026 #261

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

canterbury.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctor of Education (EdD)

University of Canterbury QS 2026 #261

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

canterbury.ac.nz University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

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Doctorate programs in New Zealand

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in New Zealand?

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)

Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)

Doctor of Science (DSc)

Doctor of Literature (LittD)

Doctor of Music (MusD)

Doctor of Laws (LLD)

Doctor of Commerce (DCom)

Doctor of Dental Science (DDSc)

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Doctor of Clinical Psychology

Doctor of Education

Doctor of Fine Arts

Doctor of Health Sciences

Doctor of Medical Sciences

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Education

Doctor of Health Science

Doctor of Philosophy

Doctor of Clinical Psychology

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Doctor of Education (EdD)

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