Program Overview
The Media and Creative Technologies at The University of Waikato is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Media and Creative Technologies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hamilton, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Media and Creative Technologies programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Creative Practices
- Creative Technologies
- Maori Media and Communication
- Screen and Media Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be admitted to the MMCT, you must have completed a Bachelor of Media and Creative Technologies (or equivalent), and have achieved a satisfactory grade average normally a B+ average or better.
You also need to have appropriate supervision arranged. Candidates who have completed a BMCT with a major in Design Media with an appropriate grade point average will be eligible for entry to Creative Technologies for the MMCT. Graduates of other undergraduate degrees who have majored in a relevant subject also may be eligible to enrol in the MMCT.
Admission criteria may vary so please consult the appropriate programme Graduate Adviser for specific admission criteria.
Note: Students who wish to enrol in Maori Media and Communication for the MMCT must enrol through the School of Maori and Pacific Development.
The University of Waikato teaches in the medium of English and students require competence in this language to be admitted to this University and to be successful in their studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 4,700 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Waikato directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Waikato
The University of Waikato
New Zealand
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
