Study in Christchurch, Dunedin or Wellington
A PhD provides an unequalled opportunity to carry out in-depth research and analysis of a particular health management issue. University of Otago offers the supervision of leading researchers from many different backgrounds. We aim to create a stimulating and supportive environment for emerging researchers.
Intending applicants for doctoral study will have demonstrated the ability to progress to an advanced degree and have a keen interest in research.
Interested students are encouraged view staff profiles on the web:
- Christchurch public health researchersDepartment of Population Health
- Dunedin public health researchersDepartment of Preventive and Social Medicine
- Wellington public health researchersDepartment of Public Health
Research areas and topics
View Campus-specific research themes:
- Christchurch campus (PDF 500 KB) (Department of Population Health, University of Otago, Christchurch)
- Dunedin campus (Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Dunedin)
- Wellington campus (Department of Public Health, University of Otago, Wellington)
PhD regulations and requirements
- Regulations and requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) (University of Otago)
PhD scholarships
- Scholarships available to PhD students (University of Otago)
Further information
- Further information for prospective PhD students (University of Otago)
Email enquiries
- Christchurch: publichealth.christchurch@otago.ac.nz
- Dunedin: publichealth.dunedin@otago.ac.nz
- Wellington: publichealth.wellington@otago.ac.nz