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
Language
English
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines: Journalism
Overview
In the Journalism course at University of Canterbury you will receive intensive training in media ethics and law, newsgathering and writing, research and analysis, and multimedia reporting.
Career opportunities
Journalism graduates start their careers in newspaper, radio, TV, and online newsrooms, as well as in media roles such as social media managers, online producers, and communications advisors.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Journalism PhD
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
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
General 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
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International / Non-residents: 7,146 AUD / year ≈ 8,570 NZD / year
- Domestic / Citizens or residents: 7,146 AUD / year ≈ 8,570 NZD / year
Additional Details
- 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: 1,084-1,668 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Journalism.
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Brian Mason Doctoral Scholarship — Grant: 25,000 NZD; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- UC Economics and Finance PhD Fees Scholarship — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: Anytime; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- Geospatial Research Institute Toi Hangarau PhD Scholarship — Grant: 7,000 EUR; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- UC Doctoral Scholarship — Grant: 32,000 AUD; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- Brownlie Scholarship — Grant: 5,000 NZD; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- UC Master's Scholarship — Grant: 14,000 NZD; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- UC Master's Scholarship for Students with Disabilities — Grant: 14,000 NZD; Deadline: Not specified; University of Canterbury; Merit-based
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 07 Oct 2026; U.S. government
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1,000 USD; Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3,500 USD; Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; OeAD; Merit-based
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1,000 USD; Deadline: 31 Oct 2026; IvyPanda; Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1,000 USD; Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Women Scholarship for International Students — Grant: 5,000 USD; Deadline: 28 Aug 2026; educations.com; Merit-based
- The PhD Prep Fellowship — Grant: 10,000 USD; Deadline: 01 Sep 2026; Admit Lab; Merit-based
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1,000 USD; Deadline: 13 Jan 2027; Salvado Law; Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3,000 USD; Deadline: 31 Dec 2026; Anonymous Hope Fund; Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1,500 USD; Deadline: Not specified; IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12,000 USD; Deadline: 11 Jan 2027; The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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