Subject to the stipulations of General Academic Regulations G42, a master's degree is required for admission to studies for a PhD.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Technology: The PhD is a programme of independent, self-directed academic research degree, supported by a team of supervisors that makes an original contribution to knowledge written up in a publishable dissertation. The PhD programme also supports the development of research and generic skills to equip you to operate successfully as a professional researcher in any setting. The essential requirement of a PhD is the creation of new knowledge. Being a researcher means developing new ideas and improving understanding through the creation of new knowledge.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accounting and Finance: The PhD is a programme of independent, self-directed academic research degree, supported by a team of supervisors that makes an original contribution to knowledge written up in a publishable dissertation. The PhD programme also supports developing research and generic skills to equip you to operate successfully as a professional researcher in any setting. The essential requirement of a PhD is the creation of new knowledge. Being a researcher means developing new ideas and improving understanding by creating new knowledge.

The PhD program prepares students for a career in research; advancing the frontiers of biomedical science and engineering with attention to generating new ideas for commercialization.

PhD students must carry out research on an individual basis under the guidance of a professor.

The PhD in International Leadership at Horizons University prepares students for leadership positions in global organizations, careers as independent consultants, entrepreneurs, business researchers and also project managers and business owners.

The PhD in International Entrepreneurship at Horizons University prepares students for leadership positions in global organizations, careers as independent consultants, entrepreneurs, business researchers, and also project managers and business owners.

The PhD is a programme of independent, self-directed academic research degree, supported by a team of supervisors that makes an original contribution to knowledge written up in a publishable dissertation. The PhD programme also supports the development of research and generic skills to equip you to operate successfully as a professional researcher in any setting. The essential requirement of a PhD is the creation of new knowledge. Being a researcher means developing new ideas and improving understanding through the creation of new knowledge.

The PhD program in electrical engineering prepares students for a career in academia or research-focused careers in electrical engineering that support research commercialization prospects, drive innovation, and increase entrepreneurial opportunities.

To transfer to PhD students world-class cutting-edge research and scientific knowledge in the areas of economics and applied economics.

PhD in Management This programme jointly offered by the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano and the University of Trento aims to equip talented young people with the mindset and principles of responsible management and sustainable leadership, preparing them to contribute to a better future world and economy by balancing social, ecological, and economic aspects appropriately.

Doctoral degree programmes in PhD in Applied Geology are aimed at scientific research and independent creative activity in the field of research, development and technology. The studies are oriented towards preparation for independent creative scientific work within the chosen branch and a standard level of knowledge is proved during the doctoral state examination.

Students must elect to pursue a specialization in Geology, Geological Engineering, or Mining Engineering. Those interested in paleontology at the PhD level enroll in the Geology Specialization. Each specialization has different background and program requirements. The available coursework and current faculty expertise support the following areas of concentration.

哲学博士（PhD）是奥塔哥大学提供的最高学位。它是在提交必须符合严格标准的论文时授予的。它需要高度发达的学术能力、独立性和毅力。大多数学生需要 3-4 年的全日制学习才能完成博士学位。

哲学博士（PhD）是奥塔哥大学提供的最高学位。它是在提交必须符合严格标准的论文时授予的。它需要高度发达的学术能力、独立性和毅力。大多数学生需要 3-4 年的全日制学习才能完成博士学位。