A specialisation is a focused collection of courses within a programme that allows you to gain deep, targeted knowledge in a specific sub-field. Normally these courses make up more than 50 percent of a qualification, some of which lead to registration within a certain field. They may be interdisciplinary, professionally oriented, or designed to meet accreditation requirements. Specialisations often restrict elective choice in favour of a clearly defined study plan.

Completed specialisations will appear on your academic transcript.

Please see the main programme link below for further details.

The goal of pathology research is to develop a greater, more comprehensive understanding of human diseases through biological research.
Taught by the Department of Molecular Medicine and Pathology in the School of Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, pathology at the University of Auckland takes an integrative approach to the cellular and sub-microscopic aspects of disease using a range of biochemical, proteomic and genomic techniques.

PhD - Doctor of Philosophy

Doctoral study in Pathology is hosted in a modern department, fully equipped to undertake research in cellular and molecular biology, genetics and laboratory medicine.
Researchers within the School of Molecular Medicine and Pathology have access to a range of modern facilities, including laboratories, tissue culture and computers.
We welcome research proposals in topics relating to the following themes:
- Infection and Immunity
- Cancer and Genomic Medicine
- Stem cells and Development
- Metabolism
Our research themes are led by staff who are internationally recognised experts and highly regarded researchers.