PhD study

If you want to pursue an academic or research career you can complete a PhD.

A PhD consists of supervised research taking a minimum of 36 months full-time (or equivalent). The PhD dissertation is written in close consultation with at least two staff members, a Primary and a Secondary, who act as supervisors. At submission, the candidate submits a piece of work constituting a significant contribution to the body of knowledge in the subject area chosen.

Considering our academic staff’s research strengths may be useful when thinking about topics and identifying potential supervisors.

Find out about our current PhD students and their research topics

Faculty of Graduate Research

The Faculty of Graduate Research (FGR) is the best place to start if you are interested in doctoral study at Victoria University of Wellington. Their website provides:

admission qualifications and prerequisites
details about fees, funding and scholarships
guidance on the application process and dates
information and services for international students
answers to many questions about your PhD at Victoria University of Wellington.

The FGR continues to provide support to PhD students throughout their studies at Victoria University of Wellington.

Find out more

Contact Dr Harold Cuffe III and Prof Eberhard Feess if you want more information about PhD study with us in the areas of Economics and Finance.

Dr Harold Cuffe III

Senior Lecturer · PhD Programme Director
School of Economics and Finance

harold.cuffe@vuw.ac.nz
RH 823, Rutherford House, 23 Lambton Quay

Prof Eberhard Feess

Professor of Economics
School of Economics and Finance

eberhard.feess@vuw.ac.nz
RH 715, Rutherford House, 23 Lambton Quay