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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    In the field of digital humanities, students learn to explore research questions using digital tools and methods, and develop a critical understanding of the possibilities and limitations of the digital world and our knowledge economy.

    Entry Requirements

    A Bachelor of Arts, or a bachelor's degree plus relevant graduate diploma, with grades to a specified level, is required for the PGCertDigi.

    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 Postgraduate Certificate in Digital Humanities or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (PGCertTESOL) is an ideal fast-track qualification for those who may have come to the career of English language education through an indirect route and wish to undertake professional development, or for graduates...

    Entry Requirements

    PGCertTESOL applicants require a bachelor's degree, or relevant post-secondary study and work experience.

    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 Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online via myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Antarctic Studies is an internationally unique programme of study and inquiry that has been developed by staff at Te Whare Wananga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury in collaboration with business, government, industry, iwi, and non-profit organisations working in Antarctica and the Antarctic...

    Entry Requirements

    You must have a bachelor's degree to enrol.

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

    The programme is limited to 16 places and a special application is required (see below).

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    Considering the limited spaces available in the programme each year, entry into the programme is competitive. You will need to complete the application form on the Gateway Antarctica website by 19 September. You will also need to provide certified copies of your academic transcripts with your application. Two letters of reference have to be sent directly to Gateway Antarctica from your referees that you nominate as part of your application.

    A decision on whether your application has been successful will be made in early September.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    With over 30 subjects to choose from, spanning the humanities, social sciences, languages, and creative arts, Bachelor of Arts (BA) students can follow their passion and gain valuable skills.

    Entry Requirements

    You will need University Entrance (or equivalent) to enrol.

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

    For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

    Recommended preparation

    All Arts subjects, including languages, can be started at first-year level without previous knowledge of the subject. A good standard of spoken and written English is important.

    Successful study to Year 13 is recommended for advanced Mathematics courses.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Music features in every culture and society around the world, whether for enjoyment or to express and understand messages and ideas. The global music industry is growing and changing, and music professionals now have more career options available to them than ever before.

    Entry Requirements

    You will need University Entrance (or equivalent) to enrol.

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

    For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

    Recommended preparation

    The Bachelor of Music is open to everyone (except for the Performance major - see below). Having some previous study or knowledge of music will be especially helpful.

    Performance courses

    Entry to some first-year Performance courses are limited based on an audition with an instrument or in singing.

    Applications should be made to Te Kura Puoro | School of Music no later than 20 September. Early auditions begin 22 August.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Drawing on UC's teaching and research strengths in Political Science and International Relations, graduates can obtain a professional qualification in public policy and strategic decision making.

    Entry Requirements

    To enrol, you will need a bachelor's degree in any subject, normally with at least a B Grade Point Average in 60 points of 300-level courses in the majoring subject, or other equivalent qualifications. All students also need approval to enrol.

    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 Policy and Governance or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The Master of Professional Accounting is a conversion taught master's qualification that provides graduates with the skills, knowledge, and competencies to be a highly effective accountant in both domestic and international organisations.

    Entry Requirements

    A bachelor's degree with at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses is required. Your enrolment will be approved taking into account the relevance and standard of previous studies and experience.

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

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Professional Accounting or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    The programme has intakes in February and August.

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Linguistics

    Masters (Coursework)

    This 180-point Master's degree is an advanced programme offering specialised courses in linguistic analysis and a significant research component. Master of Linguistics (MLing) students will analyse the relationship between a language and its 'social life'.

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants for this degree need to have either:

    • a bachelor's degree with a major in Linguistics, with at least a B+ Grade Point Average in 60 points in Linguistics at 300-level; or
    • any bachelor's degree, and a Graduate Diploma in Arts in Linguistics, with at least a B+ Grade Point Average in 60 points in Linguistics at 300-level; or
    • a bachelor's degree with a major in Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Philosophy, Computer Science, a language, or a different major approved by the Head of Department of Linguistics, with at least a B+ Grade Point Average in 60 points of 300-level courses in the majoring subject, and achieved at least a B+ in LING400 English Structures (a distance-learning course which runs over the summer); or
    • other approved qualifications of an equivalent standard.

    In addition, all students must be approved to enrol.

    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 Linguistics or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    This 180-point degree studies the European Union (EU) in the global context, with a special focus on the Asia-Pacific region and European Union-Aotearoa New Zealand relations.

    Entry Requirements

    The MEURO builds on a three-year undergraduate degree in a relevant subject (or a bachelor's degree plus qualifying course) completed at a specified minimum level of attainment.

    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 European Union Studies or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    See Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts website for more information on the MEURO enrolment process and the application form.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The United Nations defines a disaster as a disruption of social and community function, involving so many losses and destructive impacts that affected communities and regions are unable to cope using their own resources.

    Entry Requirements

    To apply for the Master of Disaster Risk and Resilience (MDRR), you will need to have:

    • a bachelor's degree which is relevant to Disaster Risk and Resilience, normally with a B Grade Point Average or higher in the final year; and
    • 15 points from STAT 100-level courses, or equivalent.
      Note:
      This prerequisite may be waived at the discretion of the Programme Coordinator.

    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 Disaster Risk and Resilience or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    It is recommended you apply at least a month before the start of the programme in February or July to complete the enrolment process. For more information please contact Thomas Wilson, Thomas Robinson, or Sarah Beaven at Te Kura Aronukurangi | School of Earth and Environment.

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Specialist Teaching

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Specialist Teaching programme is relevant for educators working with children and learners who have special educational needs in early childhood, primary, and secondary sectors.

    Entry Requirements

    To enrol in the Master of Specialist Teaching you must have previously completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching with at least a B Grade Point Average, and approval to enrol from Amo Matua, Ako | Executive Dean of Education.

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

    Note:
    In order to graduate with the degree endorsed in Deaf and Hard of Hearing, you must also be able to demonstrate proficiency in Aotearoa New Zealand Sign Language.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Specialist Teaching or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Sport Science

    Masters (Coursework)

    For those with an interest in pursuing a career in the sport field, this coursework-based Master's degree allows you to specialise or broaden your expertise.

    Entry Requirements

    To enrol, you should have previously completed a sport and/or science-related Aotearoa New Zealand degree, or equivalent, and normally should have achieved at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in the degree.

    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 Sport Science or use the admission requirements checker.

    One or more courses or research may require vaccination

    The government has announced new vaccination requirements for the health and education sectors. At UC, our programmes are strongly connected to our communities of practice. For many of our programmes, you will not be able to complete research or practice-oriented courses if you are not vaccinated. This is due to research/practice taking place in health centres and schools/kura where all employees and volunteers are required to be vaccinated.

    For these courses you will be required to be vaccinated in line with the NZ Government regulations, and supply evidence of your vaccination status.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The Master of Speech and Language Pathology (MSLP) is a graduate-entry professional qualification to practice as a speech language pathologist/therapist.

    Entry Requirements

    • To enrol in the MSLP you must have completed any bachelor's or master's degree, with a minimum of a B Grade Point Average, or other qualifications of an equivalent standard.
    • In addition you must have passed one course in each of the two following disciplines at 100-level or above: Statistics, and Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech, Hearing and Swallowing Mechanism (SPSC161 or equivalent).
    • If English is not your first language, you must provide proof of IELTS (Academic) average of at least 7.0, with no score lower than 6.5.
    • You will also need approval to enrol by the Amo Matua, Putaiao | Executive Dean of Science or a delegate. Selection is based on academic merit, a statement of interest, and an interview with departmental representatives.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Speech and Language Pathology or use the admission requirements checker.

    One or more courses or research may require vaccination

    The final vaccination mandate ended at 11:59 pm on Monday 26 September 2022 which applied to health and disability workers. Some employers/placement sites may still require workers to be vaccinated due to health and safety. As such, some clinical placements may be restricted for those students who are not fully vaccinated.

    How to apply

    Entry into the Master of Speech and Language Pathology is limited. You will need to submit a separate application form to Te Kura Mahi a-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing by 1 October. Late enrolments will be considered if places are still available.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Forestry Science

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Forestry Science will give you a head start into forest management, governance, or research at an advanced level. This degree offers a flexible structure - depending on your goals and experience, you can study by examination and report, examination and thesis, or thesis only.

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants for the Master of Forestry Science must have a four-year Bachelor of Forestry Science, or other bachelor's degree in relevant subjects, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry.

    The standard and relevance of previous study will be the criteria for selection, and for determining the options available in the degree.

    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 Forestry Science or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You will need to complete an application form for the MForSc from Te Kaupeka Puhanga | Faculty of Engineering website.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Te Reo Maori

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Te Reo Maori prepares graduates for a professional career in te reo Maori. It provides advanced knowledge of the language, and an introduction to research, emphasising linguistic competence and critical thinking about a range of contemporary and historical aspects of te reo.

    Entry Requirements

    Anyone wishing to enrol in the MTeReo must have either:

    • a bachelor's degree with a major in Te Reo Maori, with at least a B+ Grade Point Average in 60 points at 300-level; or
    • a bachelor's degree and a Graduate Diploma in Arts in Te Reo Maori, or another equivalent qualifying degree, with at least a B+ Grade Point Average in 60 points at 300-level; or
    • a bachelor's degree, and have both relevant professional experience and a high level of competency in te reo Maori; or
    • completed the four courses for the Postgraduate Diploma in Te Reo Maori with Merit or Distinction.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Te Reo Maori or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    The building industry has a growing need for design professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in their discipline and the ability to collaborate effectively with other designers, investors, contractors, and project managers, through knowledge of whole-building design and performance,...

    Entry Requirements

    You will need to have achieved a bachelor's degree with First or Second Class Honours in a subject related to building design, or equivalent; or a postgraduate diploma in an equivalent subject.

    Those with a Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering with a B Grade Point Average or better can also apply for admission to the Master of Architectural Engineering.

    It is strongly advised to have at least one year of professional practice experience before applying. You will be approved entry based on the standard of your previous studies and work experience.

    • For the Structural Engineering endorsement (August start only), you will need to have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class) in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
    • For the Building Services and Energy Engineering endorsement (start date to be confirmed), you will need to have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class) in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

    Those who do not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering.

    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 Architectural Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Master of Audiology

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Audiology (MAud) at UC focuses on training professional clinical audiologists. It comprises coursework, clinical practice in a variety of settings, and audiological research experience.

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to the Master's degree is based on the evaluation of your ability to undertake postgraduate study in a specialist field of inquiry or professional practice. The primary basis for selection is on academic merit, however consideration may also be given to other factors.

    The MAud does not require prior training in Speech and Language Therapy. You should have either:

    • a Speech and Language Pathology bachelor's degree; or
    • any bachelor's degree with relevant coursework (eg, Arts, Engineering such as Electrical and Electronic or Mechanical, Health Sciences, Science, or Teaching and Learning); or
    • been admitted with equivalent qualifications to the above by the University.

    Students with a different undergraduate background to that of the above, and with a strong achievement record, will still be considered. All students must be approved for study.

    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 Audiology or use the admission requirements checker.

    One or more courses or research may require vaccination

    The final vaccination mandate ended at 11:59 pm on Monday 26 September 2022 which applied to health and disability workers. Some employers/placement sites may still require workers to be vaccinated due to health and safety. As such, some clinical placements may be restricted for those students who are not fully vaccinated.

    How to apply

    Entry into Year 1 of the Master of Audiology is limited. You will need to submit an enrolment application via myUC as well as a separate application form to Te Kura Mahi a-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing by 1 October.

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  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    The Postgraduate Diploma in Child-Centred Practice (PGDipCCP) requires at least twelve months of full-time or its equivalent in part-time study.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Board of the Division of Humanities.
    2. Every applicant shall either
      1. be a graduate or possess an appropriate professional qualification requiring at least three years of full-time tertiary study; or
      2. have alternative qualifications or experience related to Childhood Studies which are acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
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  • University of Canterbury

    University of Canterbury

    Strategic communication is key to successful management in every area of business and society.

    Entry Requirements

    Any bachelor's degree, or other qualifications of an equivalent standard, is required to enrol in the Diploma.

    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 Graduate Diploma in Strategic Communication or use the admission requirements checker.

    How to apply

    You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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  • University of Otago

    University of Otago

    The Postgraduate Diploma in Music (PGDipMus) requires one year of full-time or its equivalent in part-time study. It is intended for students who are composers or performers or both.

    Entry Requirements

    1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Humanities).
    2. Every applicant shall either
      1. have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Music, or
      2. have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the diploma.
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