Language: English
Credits: 360 alternative credits
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines: Physics, Mathematics
Overview
Those skills are highly sought after not only in fundamental research but also in the worlds of industry, finance, education, and the public service.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the degree in Mathematical Physics at the University of Canterbury are highly sought after in fundamental research, and also in the worlds of industry, finance, education, and the public service.
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Programme structure
In the PhD, you will complete a thesis of original research in the Mathematical Physics field.
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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.
- 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. 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.
