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324 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in New Zealand
International Development
The Postgraduate Diploma in International Development is offered by Massey University, where you can gain advanced knowledge and skills to help overcome poverty and enhance human wellbeing.
Anthropology
The Anthropology programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive B.A. degree exploring human culture and social diversity. This full-time, three-year course provides deep insights into global societies through expert-led teaching. Students can also pursue part-time study or advanced postgraduate research options.
International Studies
The International Studies programme at the University of Otago is an intensive postgraduate degree delivered over one year of full-time study. This multidisciplinary course combines advanced coursework with a substantial research project. It is available for both full-time and part-time students through on-campus learning.

Graduate Diploma in Science in Science Communication
Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing this Graduate Diploma in Science in Science Communication program from Victoria University of Wellington.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Development Studies
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Development Studies program from Victoria University of Wellington will prepare you to study that subject at postgraduate level, such as the Bachelor of Arts with Honours or the Master of Arts.
Master of Professional Creative Practice
This Professional Creative Practice programme from the Eastern Institute of Technology it offers a unique perspective from both the European and Māori creative culture allowing a wide selection of media to be advanced. The programme enables you to further your creative practice through guided reflection, research and professional practice.

Political Science
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 Political Science Program is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Counselling
The Counselling course at University of Waikato has specifically been designed for professional counsellors or supervisors interested in leadership roles within the New Zealand counselling profession.
Applied Practice (Social Practice)
Applied Practice (Social Practice) at Manukau Institute of Technology suite is designed to help social workers, counsellors, and community development practitioners advance their skills in a variety of social practice situations.

Master of Music Therapy by coursework and research
Learn how to use music to support the development and wellbeing of people with complex emotional, intellectual, physical, or social needs. The Master of Music Therapy by coursework and research programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Japanese
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Japanese programme from Victoria University of Wellington will prepare you to study that subject at postgraduate level, such as the Bachelor of Arts with Honours or the Master of Arts.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Economics
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects by completing this Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Economics programme from Victoria University of Wellington.

Master of Strategic Studies
Develop a deep practical and theoretical understanding of the ways power is exercised. Explore how conflict is managed and security maintained across the globe. The Master of Strategic Studies programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
French
The French programme at the University of Otago offers flexible study modes for students of all levels. Whether pursuing a B.A. or a Diploma in Language, you will develop essential linguistic skills and cultural capital. This comprehensive course provides a pathway to global careers through immersive, expert-led instruction.
International Development
This Master of International Development programme from Massey University will broaden your knowledge of the world’s key development issues to shape a positive future for those in need.

Master of Criminology
With this Master of Criminology program from Victoria University of Wellington you’ll gain advanced knowledge in criminological theory and methods. You’ll use your analytical and problem-solving skills to create and assess new and innovative approaches to complex issues in crime and justice.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Spanish
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects by completing this Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Spanish program from Victoria University of Wellington.

Master of Development Studies
Examine the theories and practices associated with inequalities in world development, and investigate the enormous differences between the living standards of people worldwide and what we can do about them. The Master of Development Studies programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington .
Geography
The Geography programme 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.

Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience
Bachelor's degree in relevant subject. You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English. The Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington .