Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Apply by 1 March, 1 July or 1 November, and start studying once you have a final Offer of Place.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 90
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Wellington, New Zealand
Disciplines
Accounting
Overview
Get a deeper understanding of the way businesses and organisations manage their finances with the PhD in Accounting degree at the Victoria University of Wellington. You'll learn to critically assess and analyse current research in accounting, conduct your own research and construct arguments to support your findings.
Key facts
- Superior skills in accounting analysis are in demand in the business, academic and public sectors—learn to apply your knowledge to solve advanced accounting problems.
- Learn effective techniques that communicate and justify your accounting advice and ideas clearly and concisely.
Programme Structure
Courses include
- Research activity is organised around a number of research interest groups, which are also involved in hosting a variety of workshops, discussion fora, and conferences in their particular areas of research interest.
- These groups also have strong links with a range of business, government, and non-governmental organisations.
- Staff are involved with several research projects which are funded externally.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Research degree such as Honours or Master's by thesis from a New Zealand university with an average grade of B+ or higher, an approved international equivalent, or other approved evidence of adequate training and ability.
- You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
International tuition: TBC
Living costs
Wellington, New Zealand
807-1,856 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

