Regulations – Doctor of Philosophy and Higher Degrees

In addition to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, the University offers higher doctorates in Literature, Science, Laws, and Engineering. As at other universities, these are primarily designed for graduates of the University who have subsequently published original work that has over a period given them authoritative international standing in their field. The higher doctorate is thus to be seen as a recognition of real distinction in one of these areas of study. It will be awarded rarely and after rigorous examination of a substantial and significant corpus of material. Candidates intending to submit for examination of higher degrees are advised to obtain the notes Guidance for Candidates of Higher Degrees from the Graduate Centre, The University of Auckland, before submitting.