PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Information Science

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Information Science

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest degree offered by the University of Otago. It is awarded on the submission of a thesis which must meet rigorous standards. It requires highly developed academic ability, independence and perseverance. Most students take between 3-4 years of full-time study to complete their PhD.

Nature of the Degree

Candidates for the degree of the Doctor of Philosophy are required to pursue an approved program of advanced study and research under supervision as enrolled students of the University. The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded on the basis of the submission of a thesis. The thesis, which may include a nominated creative component, should give evidence of the candidate’s ability to carry out research, that the candidate has shown originality and independence, and that the candidate has made a significant contribution to the advancement of their particular field. The research should be of a kind which a diligent and competent student might reasonably be expected to complete within three years of full-time study.

Information Science

Information Technology underlies many major innovations. The Department of Information Science at Otago is excited to be part of a field that shapes our future. This discipline focuses on solving business problems, making it one of the most versatile study options available.

We are working in some of the most exciting fields of research, including Artificial Intelligence (various sub-fields) and cutting-edge Human-Computer Interaction. These (and other) fields are developing very quickly – and are changing the world.