Study Doctor of Philosophy - Marketing at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand,

Doctor of Philosophy - Marketing

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills.Give your career an edge with a postgraduate qualification in the dynamic field of marketing-providing value to customers and other stakeholders. Learn from knowledgeable and experienced academic staff who are actively engaged in high-quality research in many areas including branding, social media, sustainability and corporate image. Many staff are renowned internationally, attracting prestigious external funding. You'll advance your research and analytical skills alongside your knowledge of core marketing principles, on and off-line marketing communication, international marketing, market research and consumer behaviour. Your studies will be strengthened through the School of Marketing and International Business' strong links with many of Wellington's corporate leaders, businesses and government agencies.

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$41,850.00 (US$ 24,964) per year
Books & Stationery – 1000 (1 year of study)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$41,850.00 (US$ 24,964) per year
Books & Stationery – 1000 (1 year of study)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Pipitea Campus

33 Bunny Street, Pipitea,

Wellington,

6011, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

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.If you have a four-year Bachelor's degree graded in a four-point GPA system, you will need to have a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0.If you have a Bachelor's degree graded in the British system (including from India), you must have been awarded the degree with first or upper second-class Honours.Either a Bachelors degree with Honours or a Masters degree from a New Zealand university, with an overall GPA of no less than 6 (letter grade B+);Or to be currently enrolled in a Masters thesis at the Victoria University of Wellington and meet the requirements for conversion to a PhD;arrange references from two refereesupload a sample of your academic writing in Englishprepare an overview of your intended research project.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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Victoria University of Wellington ranks in the top one percent of the world’s universities in 14 subject areas.

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