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Master of Arts in German

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).

Major German

Further study

You may go onto Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) studies in your subject after completion of this degree.

Career Opportunities:

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Arts

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
NZ$35,400.00 (US$ 21,141) per year
Fees for 180 points: NZ $53,100

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

Start date

17 February 2025, 14 July 2025

Venue

UC Warehouse

20 Kirkwood Ave,

Ilam,

CHRISTCHURCH,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, 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.

Applicants must also satisfy our English language entry requirements:

IELTS (Academic): An average score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
TOEFL (IBT): Total minimum score of 90, minimum score of 19 in reading, writing, and listening.
PTE (Pearson Test of English - Academic): PTE with an overall score of 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50.

Applications after the deadline date (8 December) will be considered if places are available.

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

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