University
University of CanterburyMaster of Arts
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Master of Arts (MA) degree consists of taught coursework, which may include internship opportunities, and independent research in a wide variety of Arts subjects. It provides the opportunity to critically examine current practices in the field, while also demonstrating understanding of the principles of research.
MA students within Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts benefit from:
- a lively and supportive postgraduate culture
- working with the Professional and Community Engagement Programme towards an internship that fits you and your interests
- access to world-class research centres in the humanities and social sciences.
Those interested in a research-focused programme of study in their subject may consider the Master of Arts (Thesis).
Subjects and Courses- ARTS401 Arts Research and Scholarship: Introduction to Theories and Methods
- Anthropology (which must include ANTH402)
- Art History
- Chinese
- Classics
- Cultural Studies
- Digital Humanities
- Economics
- English
- European Studies (which must include EURO457 and EURO458)
- French (which must include FREN401)
- Geography
- German (which must include GRMN401, OR both GRMN481 and GRMN482)
- History
- Human Services (which must include HRSV401)
- Japanese (which must include JAPA414 and JAPA415)
- Linguistics
- Māori and Indigenous Studies (which must include MAOR401)
- Media and Communication
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science and International Relations (which must include POLS440 OR POLS441)
- Russian (which must include RUSS409, OR both RUSS481 and RUSS 482)
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Te Reo Māori (which must include TREO403 OR TREO404)
Entry criteria
You will need to have qualified for an Aotearoa New Zealand bachelor's degree (or other qualifications of an equivalent standard).
You must also satisfy the prerequisites for a major subject. Prerequisites vary between departments, but normally good grades in 300-level courses in the subject is required.
If you do not meet the prerequisites in your chosen subject, you may be able to complete a qualifying course, or substitute relevant professional practice or other work experience that satisfies your ability to pursue postgraduate-level studies in that subject.
If you are an international student and need help meeting these requirements, study UC's Pre-Master's Two Semester programme to gain entry into this degree.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Arts or use the admission requirements checker.
How to applyYou can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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