Doctor of Philosophy in Latin American Studies

The University of Auckland

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. The University of Auckland PhD is a globally recognised postgraduate research degree, available in over 100 different subjects. Candidates will undertake independent and original research, supervised by academic experts and research leaders. During your doctoral studies, you will have opportunities to expand and develop your personal, professional and academic skills. Our doctoral candidates present their work at local and international conferences, and are encouraged to network and collaborate with a wide range of experts in their research field. All of our doctoral policies and guidelines governing PhD study, including the PhD statute, are available in Doctoral policies and guidelines. If you are looking for PhD study in a subject not listed here, it may be available under a different title.As a doctoral candidate, you'll benefit from: financial support for research expenses through PReSS funding high-calibre supervision practices and the networks and expertise of our world-class academic researchers. We welcome PhD research proposals in areas such as: Latin American history and culture, The contemporary experience of the Latin American people, Latin American music and film, Women's and Indigenous studies, Colonial and nation-state studies, Post-authoritarian South America, Human rights and cultural resistance, Art and trauma.