Study Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Relations and Security Studies at The University of Waikato in New Zealand, School of Arts

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
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What will I learn?

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component.Studying International Relations and Security Studies at Waikato includes aspects of international law and trade, and focuses on particular regions of concern (notably, the Middle-East and South-East Asia). A wide range of different length dissertations and theses can be undertaken allowing you to focus on an area of special interest.

Which department am I in?

School of Arts

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

NZ$7,567.00 (US$ 4,514) per year

College Hall accommodation 9180 Total Annual Cost

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

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Tauranga CBD Campus

101-121 Durham Street,

Tauranga,

Bay of Plenty,

3110, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

NZ$7,567.00 (US$ 4,514) per year

College Hall accommodation 9180 Total Annual Cost

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

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Hamilton Campus

Gate 1, Knighton Road,

HAMILTON,

Hillcrest,

3216, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Candidates making enquiries about the PhD programme need sufficient information to make an informed choice about their study plans. The Graduate Advisor in the appropriate Faculty/School can be approached for initial advice on these matters. To be eligible for PhD or Higher Degree study you must have completed a Bachelor with Honours or a Masters degree, which has a significant research component. A research component must be a thesis, dissertation, or research project which makes up at least 25% of one years study of your entry qualification. Research methods papers are not counted as a research component.

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