Key Information
- Duration: Full-time: 36 months (3-4 years); Part-time: 72 months (up to 6 years)
Overview
This Computer Science programme at University of Canterbury typically requires a much higher degree of initiative and self-reliance than an undergraduate degree.
BSc(Hons) and MSc degrees are often pursued to give graduates better professional qualifications, while study at PhD level is essential preparation for careers in research and development. However, postgraduate degrees at all levels are increasingly demanded by the software industry.
Careers
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Professional, Ethical and Cultural Perspectives on Computer Science
- Machine Learning
- Intelligent Tutoring Systems
- Advanced Topics in Security
- Advanced Computer Graphics
- Computer Vision
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.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 7,146 AUD / year (≈ 8,570 NZD / year)
Domestic: 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 Computer Science. 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, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- UC Economics and Finance PhD Fees Scholarship – Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- Geospatial Research Institute Toi Hangarau PhD Scholarship – Grant: 7,000 EUR, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- UC Doctoral Scholarship – Grant: 32,000 AUD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- Brownlie Scholarship – Grant: 5,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- UC Master's Scholarship – Grant: 14,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- UC Master's Scholarship for Students with Disabilities – Grant: 14,000 NZD, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based (University of Canterbury)
- 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, Merit-based (OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship – Grant: 1,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based (IvyPanda)
- 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, Merit-based (educations.com)
- The PhD Prep Fellowship – Grant: 10,000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based (Admit Lab)
- Dream Chaser Scholarship – Grant: 1,000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based (Salvado Law)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities – Grant: 3,000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based (Anonymous Hope Fund)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship – Grant: 1,500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme – Grant: 12,000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
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