Study Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Social Anthropology) at Massey University in New Zealand, School of People, Environment and Planning
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Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Social Anthropology)

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

The Massey PGDipArts (Social Anthropology) gives you a different perspective on world affairs. Studying social anthropology develops your understanding of other cultures and ethnic groups. You’ll discover how your way of life is just one of many possible ways of being human. Learn to challenge your existing beliefs and put yourself in others’ shoes. Take an issue in social anthropology that grabbed your attention as an undergraduate student and develop it fully through independent study.

Which department am I in?

School of People, Environment and Planning

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$38,840.00 (US$ 23,168) per year
International administration fee - 1000

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

Start date

July 2027

Venue

Manawatu Campus

Massey University,

Tennent Drive,

Palmerston North,

Turitea,

4442, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$38,840.00 (US$ 23,168) per year
International administration fee - 1000

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

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Distance Learning

Massey University,

Tennent Drive,

Palmerston North,

Turitea,

4474, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.Specific requirementsTo enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Social Anthropology) you will have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in the intended postgraduate subject or equivalent.You will need to have achieved a grade average in your bachelor degree that demonstrates an adequate level of preparation for the postgraduate qualification. This normally means that a B- grade average or above is required.You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.International English Language Requirements IELTS - 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each bandTOEFL iBT Overall score 90 minimum 20 in WritingCambridge English - C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill.NCEL - Level 5PTE - 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skillsLanguageCert - C1 Expert IESOL (LRWS) with HIGH PASS and no less than Pass in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRWS) with PASS and no less than Pass in each skill

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

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