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The PhD is a globally recognised postgraduate research degree and the highest level of degree you can achieve. PhD students are critical, curious, creative thinkers who undertake original research over at least 3 years.

This course is also offered at overseas locations.

General Practice

General Practice and Primary Healthcare is a field of study designed to increase the knowledge and expertise of health professionals working in primary health.

The Department of General Practice offers a range of postgraduate courses in General Practice/Primary Health Care to enhance and deepen health professionals’ understanding of their field of work.

Courses can be taken both towards a programme or as stand-alone courses, giving health workers the flexibility to study the papers best suited to their professional needs.

Most courses under the Department of General Practice are delivered online, although a few may also require attendance at additional campus days.

Research opportunities

When you join us for your doctorate in General Practice and Primary Health Care, you will become part of a high-calibre research community and have the opportunity to publish papers, attend international conferences and develop your academic and clinical networks.

Some of the topics you could research include:

• Gerontology
• Immunisation and vaccinology
• Palliative care
• Person-centred care
• Primary health care in the global context
• Professionalism and ethics
• Quality and safety

Programme structure

The University of Auckland PhD is a three-to-four year full-time advanced research degree.

On possible to the PhD programme, you will be enrolled provisionally. By the end of your first year, you must meet a number of goals to be confirmed into the PhD programme, including developing a full thesis proposal. After confirmation, you will continue to work on your research before submitting your thesis for examination after three years and within four years of your start date. The examination process includes an oral exam.

As part of your PhD study, you can take part in our doctoral skills programme, designed to help you achieve success in your research and develop skills for your future. We have a dedicated postgraduate careers advisor, and our library service includes specialist subject librarians to help you in your research. The central School of Graduate Studies provides dedicated support and advice for the doctoral community.

Where could this programme take you?

Our PhD graduates are successful in a wide range of fields and careers, as well as the traditional academic research career path. The PhD gives you extensive specialist and transferable skills, which are sought after in many sectors, including industry and government, and can even help you to develop entrepreneurship skills to run your own startup.