Master of Arts (Thesis)
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UC's Master of Arts (Thesis), MA(Thesis), is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects. It gives you an opportunity to contribute to new knowledge and build your academic skills. Find out about studying an MA(Thesis) through our Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts.
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The Master of Arts (Thesis) (MA(Thesis) is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects. It provides the opportunity to contribute to new knowledge in the field and build on academic skills.
MA(Thesis) students within Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts benefit from:
Those interested in coursework-based studies and internship opportunities in their subject may consider the Master of Arts.
You will need to have qualified for a Bachelor of Arts with Honours degree (or other qualifications of an equivalent standard) within one of the Arts subjects offered in the MA(Thesis).
With approval, you may be able to complete the MA(Thesis) in a different subject from your BA(Hons) 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 Master of Arts (Thesis) or use the .
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See Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata | Faculty of Arts website for the MA(Thesis) enrolment process and the application form.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
The Master of Arts (Thesis) degree consists of a 120-point thesis in a chosen subject.
You can begin studies on the first day of any month. Full-time study will usually take 1 to 2 years, and part-time study is available for up to 4 years.
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Master of Arts (Thesis).
2024 tuition fee estimate:听$7,627 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,085 (120 points)
2024 tuition fee estimate:听$35,400 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate:听$36,800 (120 points)
You will complete a thesis course listed in one of the subjects below:
You may choose to go onto Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) studies in your subject.
With permission from the Dean of Postgraduate Research, you may apply to transfer your master's thesis to the PhD.
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.