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138 Master's degrees in Humanities in New Zealand

Master of Classical Studies
Study your specialist subject in detail and take the opportunity to contribute to the world's knowledge in that area. Enhance your critical thinking, communication and problem-solving abilities and learn to create and assess new ideas. The Master of Classical Studies programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Japanese
The Japanese programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of language and culture. Available as a B.Sc. or B.A. through full-time study, this degree covers everything from anime to business. Students gain global skills in Dunedin or via exchange, preparing for diverse international careers.
Philosophy
The Philosophy programme at the University of Otago offers a deep exploration of logic, ethics, and metaphysics. Available as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or through various combined degrees, this undergraduate course provides flexible full-time study options. Students develop elite critical reasoning skills at a world-class institution.

Musical Arts
Build on your Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma and get the high-level music skills and critical perspective you need for a career in music or a related field. The Musical Arts programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Applied Linguistics - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Applied Linguistics - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages major at Massey University provides in-service development for practising teachers of English as a second language.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in History
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects by completing this Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in History programme from Victoria University of Wellington.
Creative Practice
The Creative Practice programme at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Level 9 master's degree designed for artistic innovation. This 180-credit qualification offers full-time study over 18 months or a three-year part-time route. Students refine professional skills through research-led projects in a dynamic studio environment.
Pastoral Studies
The Pastoral Studies programme at the University of Otago is a versatile minor designed for undergraduate students. This course explores ministry, mission, and theological care through diverse cultural lenses. Available for full-time or part-time study, it integrates Māori and Pacific perspectives into contemporary faith practices.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Study of Religion
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects with Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Study of Religion program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Classics
The Classics programme at the University of Otago offers a deep dive into the ancient Mediterranean world. Available as a full-time or part-time B.A. degree, this three-year course explores the history, literature, and languages of Greece and Rome, providing students with a foundational understanding of modern society.
Materials and Processing
The Materials and Processing course at the University of Waikato is a one-year research-based degree in which candidates undertake a programme of supervised research which critically investigates a topic of substance and significance.
Ancient History
Engage in advanced scholarship and contribute your own research to the existing knowledge in your field with this Master of Arts in Ancient History from University of Auckland.
Philosophy
Engage in advanced scholarship and contribute your own research to the existing knowledge in your field with this Master of Arts in Philosophy from University of Auckland.
Biblical Studies
The Biblical Studies programme at the University of Otago offers a deep exploration of Jewish and Christian scriptures. This flexible degree, available on-campus or via distance learning, typically spans three years of full-time study. Students examine the Old and New Testaments within their original cultural and historical contexts.
Theatre Studies
The Theatre Studies programme at the University of Otago is a versatile undergraduate course exploring human imagination. Available as a B.A. major or minor, this full-time, three-year degree combines theory with practice. Students engage in acting, directing, and design within a supportive creative community.
Chaplaincy
The Chaplaincy programme at the University of Otago is a versatile postgraduate course designed for both aspiring and practising chaplains. Available as a Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, or Certificate, it offers flexible distance learning over one to two years to enhance professional practice through modern scholarship.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in History
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in History programme from Victoria University of Wellington will also prepare you to study that subject at postgraduate level, such as the Bachelor of Arts with Honours or the Master of Arts.
Museums and Cultural Heritage
Engage in advanced scholarship and contribute your own research to the existing knowledge in your field with this Master of Arts in Museums and Cultural Heritage from University of Auckland.
Theatre Studies
The Theatre Studies programme at the University of Otago is a comprehensive undergraduate course exploring human imagination. Available as a full-time Bachelor of Arts, this three-year degree covers acting, directing, and design. Students engage in practical performance and theory within a creative, supportive academic environment.
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
The Philosophy, Politics and Economics programme at the University of Otago is a comprehensive interdisciplinary degree. Available through various study modes, this flexible course combines analytical philosophy, political insight, and economic methodology to prepare students for impactful global careers.