New Zealand

Arts

Master of Fine Arts

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programme provides an opportunity to advance both your creative practice and research abilities.&nbsp;The MFA is open to students who have completed an undergraduate degree in Fine Arts. This degree is also open to anyone who has completed a university degree, who is able to demonstrate their professional experience through a portfolio that demonstrates their practice as an artist.Students can enter the programme at the beginning of the year, in the first semester or opt for a mid-year start in the second semester.

University of Auckland

Master of Design

A common assumption is that design is about solving problems in organisations and societies. Although this is part of what designers do, we are all increasingly engaged in complex situations for which no simple solution is possible. In these environments, the designer’s task is to identify and frame problems and devise and facilitate systems in which problems can be addressed, sometimes incrementally, by multiple stakeholders.The Master of Design provides you with the means to navigate, engage with and design in a variety of professional contexts; for-profit, non-profit and governmental agencies, bringing both theoretical and practical skills to bear on today’s most significant problems.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

The BFA gives you freedom to bring your ideas to life by exploring, researching, and experimenting in a wide range of creative media and technologies. Our teachers and specialist technicians will support and guide your making, allowing you to refine your skills and produce artworks of high calibre.

Bachelor of Design

The world is changing, almost faster than we can keep up with. While we can’t accurately imagine future realities, we can develop skills that will help us adapt to them. The Bachelor of Design uses a combination of case studies and real-world project briefs to enable your experimentation in making and prototyping. You will investigate the potential practical, social, political and environmental impacts of different design outcomes, using both digital and material technologies. Your learning will be supported by research academics and specialists drawn from industries relevant to contemporary design.

Master of Social Work

The Master of Social Work prepares you for advanced professional responsibility in social work.You will learn about advanced approaches and interventions in social work practice as you develop knowledge, skills and experience in critiquing and undertaking social work research to enhance your practice.The programme enables social work practitioners to undertake further study in subjects related to their professional practice and then undertake research in an area of special interest.

Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)

The Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) programme provides an opportunity for high-achieving Bachelor of Social Work students to complete their study in social work at postgraduate level while still completing their degree in four years.Students who have completed the third year of the four-year BSW programme with a high GPA are eligible for entry.By completing your programme with honours, you will develop an advanced level of critical and analytical ability and gain a particular strength in developing evidence-led approaches and interventions in social work practice.

Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies

This degree encompasses a broad study of early childhood education and social contexts relevant for students from birth to eight years of age.We offer a range of hands-on courses covering te ao Māori perspectives, diversity and inclusion, human development, educational psychology, child development and professional communication and practice. Through these, you will develop expert understanding of the complex and vital early years of children’s lives.Practical placements each year in early childhood and other educational settings will allow you to explore areas of interest as you refine and develop relevant professional skills. You will spend a total of 24 weeks over three years in a range of educational settings. This will allow you to gain varied practical experience and form professional connections.This is an excellent foundation degree. It will prepare you for a career in a range of educational settings and in policy and leadership roles in New Zealand and overseas.

Business

Master of International Business

If you have an undergraduate degree in a non-business discipline or a business degree in an unrelated field, this programme has been designed to kick-start your career in international business. The MIntBus will give you the applied knowledge and skills to launch your career through an experientially based programme. You will graduate with an appreciation of how businesses, government and the global economy interact and a strong platform for professional skills.

Information Technology

Master of Information Technology

The ICT industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world. As a result there's a huge demand for industry-ready ICT graduates who have the right mix of technological skills and business awareness.The depth of business enterprise and project-based learning sets the MIT apart from other qualifications. During the programme, you’ll complete a 10-week internship where you’ll work on a real-world project.

Master of Business Management

Develop advanced knowledge, skills and understanding in business management, product management and human resource management to enhance your employability and career progression.This flexible online programme is designed for new or recent graduates from any field. A practitioner-focused programme, it will equip you with the capabilities to enter or progress business management careers in local and international business.

Master of Business Analytics

The Master of Business Analytics is suited to recent business and non-business graduates (excluding students who majored in Business Analytics or Data Science), and mid-career professionals who have not completed a Business Analytics qualification.This practice-focused programme will equip you to interrogate business challenges and then source, manipulate and analyse data to address issues and inform organisational strategies.You will also develop a strong portfolio of professional skills that will enable you to communicate effectively to a non-technical audience through the use of data visualisation tools and storytelling.Specialisations:&nbsp;You will have a choice of three specialisations. These provide the opportunity to develop and apply analytical techniques in your field and engage in a project-based industry capstone that provides experience in responding to the challenges of working in a live business context with real data.**Specialisations are driven by demand and might not be offered every quarter.<ul><li><a href="https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/study-options/find-a-study-option/marketing/postgraduate.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marketing</a></li><li><a href="https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/study-options/find-a-study-option/operations-supply-chain-management/postgraduate.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Supply Chain Management</a></li><li><a href="https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/study/study-options/find-a-study-option/fintech.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">FinTech</a></li></ul>

Management

Master of Business Administration

Future growth and economic prosperity will be driven by leaders who have the skills and knowledge to inspire excellence, growth and change while navigating a complex world. These are the skills and knowledge that are at the core of a University of Auckland MBA.Our cutting-edge MBA is now delivered online through&nbsp;University of Auckland Online, so you can access world-class education from anywhere in New Zealand and beyond. Not only does this mean unparalleled flexibility for you, but it also represents a significant step towards sustainability by saving precious time and resources. Experience a vibrant, interactive online learning environment anytime and anywhere through our MBA delivered online.Successfully completing our MBA will give you confidence, capability and the capacity to meet all professional challenges and opportunities head on.

Bachelor of Global Studies

The Bachelor of Global Studies - Hōtaka Mātai Ao Whānui is designed to help you make a difference by applying your knowledge to the big issues of our increasingly globalised world.You will be exposed to new ways of thinking about the world. You will gain an in-depth understanding of contemporary issues and challenge your assumptions about how the world works.As you gain competency in another language you’ll deepen your understanding of other cultures and perspectives.You will develop skills for future careers that demand leadership, teamwork, public speaking, critical thinking, research and intercultural communication.

Bachelor of Commerce

With New Zealand’s leading Bachelor of Commerce programme, you'll learn from the country’s best teachers and mentors. You'll get a taste of every aspect of the business world before deciding on a major or double major that’s right for you.The real-world skills, knowledge and experience you will gain, along with the programme’s world-class accreditation and strong links to industry, will see you thrive in any industry you choose.You’ll experience our innovative, first year in Business programme, with interactive learning. The programme includes workshops where you solve real-world business problems and develop in-demand, applied skills and knowledge.

Science

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science

The University of Northampton’s BSc Environmental Science degree covers the broad field that encompasses the aspects of ecology and physical science that evaluate environmental issues and propose appropriate solutions. If you have an interest in the environment and in applying scientific principles to help solve environmental problems, this course is for you.This flexible, interdisciplinary BSc environmental sciences course allows you to follow a programme with modules drawn from across the subject of environmental science. You are then able to specialise in particular areas of interest in the second and third year or continue to study a more varied programme.

University of Northampton

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

The BA Early Childhood Studies degree at the University of Northampton takes a holistic approach to the development of young children, from conception to the age of eight and provides opportunities to apply this learning in placement settings. The Early Childhood degree draws on a range of disciplines, including psychology, sociology, early years pedagogy, policy, law, health, philosophy, and leadership and management, providing you with the breadth of knowledge to pursue careers in early childhood education and care, education, health and social care.The part time route for the degree in childhood studies is ideal for anyone looking to fit study around existing commitments. You could expect to be on campus for approximately eight hours per week. If you are not already working in a related role you would also need to attend a placement for half a day per week. In addition to the taught sessions you would need to commit around six hours per week to independent study.

Marketing

MSc Digital Marketing

Digital Marketing MSc explores the exciting and dynamic world of digital marketing. You will investigate the debates around the Virtual Reality, the Metaverse, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation and Digital skills that are framing the world around us. Develop your understanding of marketing, grow your social media skills and use industry data to analyse and interpret the world you work in on this digital marketing Master’s. Build on your general business background and prepare for your career in marketing. Discover marketing concepts and apply your learning and skills with practical industry projects and creative digital tasks. You’ll explore topics including content creation, e-commerce, data insights and analytics, the customer experience, social media marketing, marketing ethics, sustainability, and futurology. Accredited by the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI), this Digital Marketing Masters degree is designed to be leading-edge to prepare you as a professional digital marketer for the 21st century workplace.

MSc Computing

With the computing field evolving rapidly around the world, the need for good quality professionals and specialists is increasing. Our Masters in Computing course has been designed to build on your existing computing skills and take them to the next level. It has a significant programming component and is different from other IT programmes.This Computing MSc course provides you with the additional option to apply for a ‘work placement’ opportunity. The ‘work placement’, which if secured, is designed to further develop your skills, knowledge and professional experience with the aim of maximising your employability prospects.

BSc (Hons) Computer Science

Computer Science BSc enables students to acquire a range of theoretical principles. This is done through engaging with concepts and theories, developing practical skills across the broad range of fields within the subject, and applying these in the creation of tools and systems to solve real world problems.Our Computing course is carefully designed to strike an all-around balance among key aspects of computer science. The course covers essential theories in the field with an emphasis on practical skills for implementation of a variety of applications. We are very confident that our graduates will be equipped with all the key skills needed for their future career in the computing industry.

Engineering

BSc (Hons) Computer Networks Engineering

The BSc Computer Networks Engineering degree enables students to develop and apply a range of analytical techniques and problem-solving skills to real-world computer networking scenarios. Students build their professional capabilities independently and as part of a team in a systematic practical manner. These capabilities are applicable to a wide range of professional roles within computer engineering. Through their learning journey, students will study modern networking theories and will devise solutions to real problems. Computer Networks Engineering students will have the opportunity to have a hands-on modern networking lab and access to simulation tools and cloud systems throughout the network engineering course.

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