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85 Master's degrees offered by the university

Policy and Governance
Drawing on UC's teaching and research strengths in Political Science and International Relations, graduates of the Policy and Governance course from University of Canterbury can obtain a professional qualification in public policy and strategic decision making.

Painting
The Painting course from University of Canterbury provides a development opportunity for students who have an interest in establishing themselves as professional artists or scholars, or career designers, filmmakers, or photographers.

Chemistry
The Chemistry programme at University of Canterbury has world-leading award winning faculty directing research in many disciplines of chemistry.

Te Reo Maori
The Te Reo Maori programme from University of Canterbury prepares graduates for a professional career in te reo Māori.

French
Study French language, history and culture, and gain skills to work internationally with the French course from University of Canterbury.

Applied Finance and Economics
If you are looking to accelerate your career path and open the door for better job opportunities, then the Applied Finance and Economics course from University of Canterbury.

Strategic Communication
The Strategic Communication course from University of Canterbury prepares you for a career in complex, professional media for corporations, public relations, and advocacy.

Sociology (Thesis)
The Sociology (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury helps you gain a deeper understanding of the workings of societies, organisations, and communities.

Health Sciences Professional Practice
The Health Sciences Professional Practice course from University of Canterbury will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with students examining a range of significant issues in health sciences, and looking to improve their professional practice as a result.

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages course from University of Canterbury is a one-year professional qualification aimed at producing skillful English language educators for a wide variety of educational settings in the 21st century, from early childhood through to tertiary level.

Arts
The Arts degree from University of Canterbury consists of taught coursework, which may include internship opportunities, and independent research in a wide variety of Arts subjects

Business Administration
The Business Administration course from University of Canterbury is a flexible and future-focused programme that fits around your busy schedule.

Engineering Management
Open new, high-level career options with the Engineering Management programme at University of Canterbury.

Education
The Education course from University of Canterbury allows a pathway for current teachers, educational professionals, counsellors, researchers, and leaders to gain a master’s level qualification.

Fine Arts
The Fine Arts course from University of Canterbury provides a development opportunity for students who have an interest in establishing themselves as professional artists or scholars, or career designers, filmmakers, or photographers.

Commerce
The Commerce course from University of Canterbury will allow you to learn more about your chosen subject area, critically view the world, and carry out an independent piece of research.

Construction Management
The Construction Management programme at University of Canterbury focuses on professional programmes that combine theory and application with a strong emphasis in applied management.

Teaching and Learning
The Teaching and Learning course from University of Canterbury is an exciting option for graduates seeking to become primary or secondary teachers and who wish to distinguish themselves with a postgraduate qualification.

Chinese
The Chinese course from University of Canterbury teaches and supervises research on a wide range of topics – literary or cinematic, traditional or modern – focusing on China and the Chinese-speaking world.

Arts (Thesis)
The Arts (Thesis) degree from University of Canterbury is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects.