Key Information
- Duration: Full-time 36 months (3-4 years); Part-time 72 months (up to 6 years)
- Start dates & application deadlines: You can apply for and start this programme anytime. First day of any month.
Overview
The European Studies programme at University of Canterbury provides postgraduates with special opportunities to participate in conferences, workshops, and exchanges within Aotearoa New Zealand, in Asia, and the EU.
Career opportunities
Postgraduate European Studies enables you get an edge in the competitive international job market, opening up careers in Aotearoa and abroad.
Networks created during your study and association with the NCRE enable future careers in international trade consultancy, foreign affairs, communications, policy analysis, and more.
Programme Structure
Curriculum
- Democratic and Economic Evolution of Europe
- The EU, Globalization and Migration
- The Economics of European Integration
- European Studies
- History
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- Enrolment in a PhD requires completion of a research-focused honours or master’s degree, at First or Second Class (Division I) Honours or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications).
- Applicants with qualifications from outside Aotearoa New Zealand must have been granted admission to the University. Our admissions team, in consultation with the host department, look at your qualifications and transcripts to ensure that you have the background required to complete a PhD. It is possible that you may be required to complete preparatory courses prior to or after admission into a PhD programme.
- In exceptional circumstances applicants without the typical academic background, but who can demonstrate the ability to pursue a PhD, may be admitted at the discretion of the Dean of Postgraduate Research.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International and domestic students: 7,092 AUD / year (approximately 8,570 NZD / year). The ‘Tuition fee total’ is an estimate only. Your total study cost will depend on the courses you choose, and will include additional costs such as student levies, insurance, retakes, and other course-related costs.
International and national students: $8,570 - $10,321 (subject-dependent) per 120 points.
Living Costs
Christchurch, New Zealand: 1,076-1,655 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
The following scholarships are available for this programme:
- Brian Mason Doctoral Scholarship - 25,000 NZD (University of Canterbury)
- UC Economics and Finance PhD Fees Scholarship - Various benefits (University of Canterbury)
- Geospatial Research Institute Toi Hangarau PhD Scholarship - 7,000 EUR (University of Canterbury)
- UC Doctoral Scholarship - 32,000 AUD (University of Canterbury)
- Brownlie Scholarship - 5,000 NZD (University of Canterbury)
- UC Master's Scholarship - 14,000 NZD (University of Canterbury)
- UC Master's Scholarship for Students with Disabilities - 14,000 NZD (University of Canterbury)
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Various benefits
- ServiceScape Scholarship - 1,000 USD
- ACES Scholarships - 3,500 USD
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Various benefits
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - 1,000 USD
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - 1,000 USD
- Women Scholarship for International Students - 5,000 USD
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - 10,000 USD
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - 1,000 USD
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - 3,000 USD
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Various benefits
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - 1,500 USD
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - 12,000 USD
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