About the course

Gaining your Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Lincoln creates opportunities to challenge yourself with new ways of thinking and problem-solving, absorbing research and innovative ideas from leading scientists and professional organisations in New Zealand and internationally. Our PhD cohort are our partners in this work. The goal of the three-year full-time research-based PhD programme is to nurture your ability to analyse situations, evaluate research, then join with other leading thinkers to conceptualise and test new ideas that could lead to a healthier future. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: NZ$23,040

Intake	Location
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Lincoln
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Lincoln

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Lincoln University

To apply for a PhD, you will need an appropriate and relevant postgraduate Honours or Master’s degree awarded with at least second class honours, division one or equivalent (a grade average of a B+ or higher). In addition, your previous qualification must include a significant research component, such as a project, dissertation or thesis, requiring at least 40 credit equivalents of research skills in your previous qualification.

　　In the original language. If this is not English, then an official translation should be provided.

　　Official academic transcripts (results or mark sheets) for all tertiary education qualifications, either completed or partially completed. The transcript must include the courses taken and the marks or grades achieved. The grading scale used must also be provided.

　　Confirmation of any completed qualifications, if applicable. This can be either:

　　- an award certificate,

　　- a statement on the transcript, or

　　- a letter from the awarding institution.

　　If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that your level of English meets the English language requirements for admission to Lincoln.

　　IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 overall, with no individual component less than 6.0, TOEFL iBT^ - Overall score of 80 (with at least 21 in Writing and 18 in Speaking)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Lincoln University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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