Candidates for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty of Medical and
Health Sciences pursue a programme of advanced study and research lasting the equivalent
of three to four years full-time. At the end of the degree the candidates' research will have
typically advanced knowledge through the discovery of new information or the development
of further understanding of existing information.
Completing this degree enables candidates to provide leadership in their communities
through their advancement and dissemination of knowledge as well as enabling them
to design, conduct and lead independent research. Reports show that although many
PhD graduates continue to work in universities, about 60% of PhD graduates become
valued employees of industry, government and non-government organisations.
Eligibility
A candidate for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy is required to have been awarded
a masters or bachelors degree with first class or second class (division one) honours
at The University of Auckland, or a degree that The University of Auckland considers
to be equivalent. The candidate should have demonstrated an ability to pursue doctoral
level research.
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