Master of Arts in Japanese: Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Master of Arts in Japanese

New Zealand

What will I learn?

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).

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$60,300.00 (30,34,878) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$60,300.00 (30,34,878) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

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 UCs Pre-Masters Two Semester programme to gain entry into this degree.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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