Master of Arts (Thesis)

University of Canterbury

New Zealand, Christchurch

University Rank:#261

Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 36,800 / Year

Master of Arts (Thesis)

About

Introduction

The Master of Arts (Thesis) (MA(Thesis) is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects. It provides the opportunity to contribute to new knowledge in the field and build on academic skills.

MA(Thesis) students within Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts benefit from:

a lively and supportive postgraduate culture
access to world-class research centres in the humanities and social sciences.

Those interested in coursework-based studies and internship opportunities in their subject may consider the Master of Arts.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

You will need to have qualified for a Bachelor of Arts with Honours degree (or other qualifications of an equivalent standard) within one of the Arts subjects offered in the MA(Thesis).

With approval, you may be able to complete the MA(Thesis) in a different subject from your BA(Hons) qualification.

Note: The Child and Family Psychology major has other requirements - see the Regulations for the Master of Arts (Thesis) for more information.

One or more courses in this degree may also require vaccinations. Check each course page for more details.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Arts (Thesis) or use the admission requirements checker.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 90

English Program Requirements

English language courses offered in partnership with CCEL will prepare you for study at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses offered by CCEL are designed to provide you with the specific language and study skills you will need to succeed in academic study.

Further details and application form are available from the CCEL site.

Career

Career opportunities

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

Useful information:

Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
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Fee Information

Master of Arts (Thesis)

University of Canterbury

New Zealand, Christchurch