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QS Rank:

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244

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Victoria University of Wellington

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Wellington

New Zealand

Ranking

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#510

US World and News Report

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#244

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Eligibility Criteria

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Accepted fields include Scriptwriting.

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At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

  • IELTS

    6.5

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  • TOEFL

    90

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  • PTE

    58

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Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Application Fee: 0

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    Transcript

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    Master SOP

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    Personal Statement

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    Academic LOR

  • intake

    Degree Certificate

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    Portfolio

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    Research Papers/Publications

Application Deadlines

Round 1Round 2Round 3
SpringMar 1, 2026N/AN/A
SummerN/AJul 1, 2026N/A
FallN/AN/ANov 1, 2026

Fees and Funding

There is no application fee. The New Zealand Government subsidises fees for international PhD candidates who live and study in New Zealand, meaning international PhD students may be eligible for domestic fees. Typical annual PhD humanities fees are approximately NZD 8,078.40–NZD 9,409.20. Applications for Wellington Doctoral Scholarships are made through the online PhD application process.

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