Masters in Geography (Research Masters)
University of Auckland
Duration
1 year
Intake
March, July
Degree
Master’s
Program Overview
The Postgraduate Geography program at the University of Auckland covers a broad spectrum of research interests, offering specialized courses in both physical and social sciences. You can explore areas such as climatology, hydrology, biogeography, and geomorphology, or delve into the study of urban processes, policy formation, globalization, and political economy. The program also covers environmental management, sustainable development, and the relationship between science and society. For those interested in technology, Geographic Information Science (GIS) offers courses in mapping and data analysis.
The Master of Arts in Geography (Research Masters) at Auckland is designed to elevate your knowledge and skills to an advanced level. By completing a significant research project, you’ll contribute to the body of knowledge in your field. Graduates from this program are equipped with strong strategic, critical thinking, and cultural awareness skills, which prepare them for careers in various fields, including government, international development, media production, research, and policy-making.
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Key Information
University
University of Auckland
Campus
Auckland
Total Credits
120 - 180
Study Mode
Full-time
Loan Availability
No
Program Details
Duration
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Fees & Funding:
Approximately NZ$43,674 – $55,484 per year for international students
Course Structure
A 120- or 180-point programme with research and taught options, depending on your chosen subject. The structure of your programme depends on the subject that you are studying.
Taught (180-point).
- Enter from an undergraduate degree
- Advanced taught courses
- A dissertation worth 60 points
- One and a half years full-time or up to six years part-time
Research (120-point)
- Enter from a postgraduate degree
- Usually consists of a 120-point thesis or research portfolio
- Some subjects offer a combination of a 90-point thesis and 30 points from taught courses
- You may be able to include up to 30 points from other subjects
- One year full-time or up to two consecutive years part-time
Entry Requirement
Academic
Taught (180-point) You must have completed a Bachelor of Arts, including the required prerequisites for your intended subject as outlined in the MA Schedule. These prerequisites typically involve a major in your chosen subject, although some disciplines may have additional specific requirements. If you are one course short of completing your BA, you may be permitted to take that course during the first semester of your 180-point MA programme. Research (120-point) You must have completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in your intended subject, with a minimum GPA of 5.0 across the programme, or hold an equivalent qualification. You are also required to have an approved thesis topic and a confirmed supervisor. Some subjects may require a higher GPA for admission to the thesis component.
Language
IELTS - 6.5
PTE - 58
TOEFL - 90
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