University of Canterbury Courses

You must have completed one of the following:

• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Science with Honours
• Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours
• Postgraduate Diploma in Science
• Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Geology
• or any bachelor's degree and a qualifying programme.

See more information on how to enrol into the Master of Science.

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

Students who have qualified for a Bachelor of Science with Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Science can complete the MSc by Part II only (thesis-only) in their subject.

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

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 enrolment in the Child and Family Psychology major, you will be required to be vaccinated in line with the NZ Government regulations, and supply evidence of your vaccination status.

See more information on how to enrol into the Master of Science.

Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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 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 or use the admission requirements checker.

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

You must have completed the equivalent of a Bachelor of Music with Honours with at least a B Grade Point Average, and been approved to enrol. You should choose courses carefully to ensure prerequisites have been met.

Evidence of musical ability is required for entry - see 'How to apply' below.

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 Music or use the admission requirements checker.

See Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts website for the MMus application form and enrolment process.

• Evidence of composition quality is required.
• Entry to the performance option is limited and applications for auditions are required. Applications close on 15 September of the preceding year. Subject to approval by the Programme Coordinator.

Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

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

Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

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

The BSpC has intakes in both February and July each year. For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

As some of the courses within this programme involve working with children, a police check and interview will be completed at the beginning of these courses - you will be sent information on how to complete these at the appropriate time.

The government has announced new vaccination requirements for the health and education sectors. This qualification requires students to undertake placements in the community, including in schools/kura, early childhood centres, or health/medical facilities.

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

To qualify to enrol, you will need either:

• 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
• a bachelor's degree and a qualifying course, with at least a B Grade Point Average in 60 points of 300-level courses; or
• a bachelor's degree, and evidence of relevant professional or other work experience; or
• other approved qualifications of an equivalent standard.

All students will 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 International Relations and Diplomacy or use the admission requirements checker.

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

Every student, before enrolling for the degree, must be approved by the Amo Rangahau | Dean of Postgraduate Research (or delegate) as having adequate qualifications, experience, and ability to pursue the proposed course.

You must have either:

• an Aotearoa New Zealand bachelor's degree with First or Second Class Honours; or
• a master's degree with Distinction or Merit; or
• an approved qualification of equivalent standing.

You will normally need to have a minimum of five years' experience in a relevant professional role. Most students usually continue to work in a relevant professional role while completing Part I of the degree.

In special circumstances, the Amo Rangahau | Dean of Postgraduate Research may approve the enrolment of a graduate who does not hold one of the qualifications above, but who has produced satisfactory evidence of adequate research experience, training, and ability to pursue 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 Doctor of Education or use the admission requirements checker.

Find out more about how to apply for PhD and Doctoral degrees.

You will need to have completed:

• a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours, or an equivalent degree with good grades in relevant subjects; or
• significant professional practice or teaching 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 Master of Fine Arts or use the admission requirements checker.

Applicants submit a proposal outlining the direction their practice will take for that year to Te Kura Kowaiwai | Ilam School of Fine Arts. These can be made at any time. Contact the School for the application process.

Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

To study the PGDipIST you will need to have completed a bachelor's degree with a Grade Point Average of B or better in 60 points of 300-level Information Systems or other related courses, or have another related qualification.

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 Diploma in Information Systems and Technology or use the admission requirements checker.

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

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