Doctor of Philosophy - Geology

Victoria University of Wellington

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. Take your study of the physical processes and history of the Earth even further with the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences. Be part of a Geology programme that is internationally respected for its contributions to the study of volcanology and tectonics and to climate change in New Zealand and Antarctica. A good understanding of geological processes is essential for working with the extraction and preservation of the Earth’s natural resources, the evaluation of natural hazards and for environmental and resource planning and monitoring. Using knowledge from physics, chemistry, mathematics and the biological sciences, as well as the Earth sciences, you'll develop skills in independent research, including field studies, modern surveying techniques and the design and use of computer programs and databases. You'll also gain skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), computer drafting, graphical presentation and desktop publishing, and you'll improve your public speaking.