Take an in-depth look at the causes and effects of migration with postgraduate study, and boost your career opportunities.
Migration is increasingly a high-priority issue for governments and organisations around the world. Explore the social, economic and political drivers and consequences of forced and voluntary migration.
Drawing on several disciplines, including political science, geography and history, you'll discover why and how migration happens and gain an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities it creates. You can choose to examine topics such as the refugee crisis in Europe, labour migration, multiculturalism and immigration as an election issue.
Careers
People with an in-depth knowledge of migration issues are increasingly in demand in governments, NGOs, media and research organisations. You'll be able to apply your understanding of migration in a wide range of professions such as policy analysis, research, international development, community development and refugee resettlement.
Programme requirements
For this programme you'll need to:
Complete 120 points
Include courses worth 120 points:
Approaches to Migration Studies (POLS 488)
Three courses from:
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Kelburn Campus
Kelburn,
Wellington,
6012, North Island, New Zealand
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2025
Kelburn Campus
Kelburn,
Wellington,
6012, North Island, New Zealand
To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet:
A Bachelor's degree with at least a B+ average in a relevant subject
To be accepted by the head of school as being capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study
Proof of English proficiency
To be accepted into this programme you will need to meet one of the following:
IELTS: minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0
TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing
Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative’ score of not less than 50)
EPP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5
Application Deadline - Trimester 1: 1 Dec.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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