Programme details

Postgraduate Certificate in Arts

The Postgraduate Certificate in Arts provides an introduction to advanced topics and facilitates the development of skills necessary for the critical evaluation of academic literature.

Course description

The University of Canterbury offers a diverse selection of subjects within its general Arts qualifications, featuring over 30 disciplines ranging from Anthropology to Te Reo Māori. One of the notable advantages of the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts is its flexibility, allowing students to:

– Complete the program in a relatively brief timeframe, either through 6 months of full-time study or 1 year of part-time study.

– Pursue their studies on a part-time basis, which is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to enhance their professional skills or broaden their knowledge in a relevant area while managing work or other responsibilities.

Students enrolled in the program will engage with advanced subject matter and cultivate their abilities in critically assessing academic literature pertinent to their field of study. Additionally, they will develop high-level competencies in critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.

Specialisations

Anthropology
Art History
Art Theory
Chinese
Cinema Studies (as an English major)
Classics
Cultural Studies
Digital Humanities (new major subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP and Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua | Tertiary Education Commission approval)
Economics
Education
English
European Studies
French
Geography
German
History
Human Services
Japanese
Linguistics
Māori and Indigenous Studies
Mathematics
Media and Communication
Music
Philosophy
Political Science and International Relations
Psychology
Russian
Sociology
Spanish
Statistics
Te Reo Māori

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Engaging in postgraduate studies can yield numerous advantages for one’s career, including the acquisition of specialized skills and advanced knowledge, access to particular professions, increased initial salary and advancement opportunities, enhanced research capabilities and accomplishments, as well as a demonstration of significant academic achievement and self-discipline.

Entry requirements

Candidates much have completed a Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree, with grades to a specified level in the intended subject.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Credits
60

Duration
6 Months

Intakes

Feb, July

International fees
About $18,400

Location

Qualification Type

Study level