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.
Overview
The PhD in Social Policy at Victoria University of Wellington is about the needs and welfare of people, and the way government and individuals try to solve some of the big issues facing society.
Key facts
- Take an in-depth look at the concept of wellbeing and who is responsible for improving it.
- Closely examine issues such as poverty, social exclusion, changing populations, patterns of family life, health care reform and housing and homelessness.
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Programme Structure
Courses include
- Be part of a strong culture of postgraduate research supervision—with staff actively mentoring you through the processes of developing a project, conducting research, writing your thesis and first publications.
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. TOEFL iBT® is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
PTE Academic: 58. PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90.
IELTS: 6.5. The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
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.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International tuition: TBC
Living costs
Wellington, New Zealand: 834-1,918 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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