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Philosophy

Auckland University of Technology
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Degree Master
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Auckland, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Philosophy at Auckland University of Technology is a Master programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Philosophy 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Philosophy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

In order to be admitted to the Master of Philosophy an applicant must have completed one of the following:(a) a four-year bachelor’s degree; or,(b) a bachelor’s honours degree; or,(c) a bachelor’s degree and a postgraduate diploma; or,(d) a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience relevant to the proposed programme of research.A student must have completed their admission qualification in 1 above with the equivalent of a B grade average or higher.In exceptional circumstances, an applicant may be admitted who does not meet the requirements in 1 above, but who has a professional qualification and/or extensive professional or scholarly experience; either ‘of an appropriate kind’ or ‘relevant to the proposed subject of the thesis’.An applicant who applies under 1 or 3 above must provide evidence to the University Postgraduate Board of their ability to pursue research in the proposed subject of the thesis.The University Postgraduate Board may require an applicant to complete an approved course in research methods and/or complete any other preparatory paper(s) or work prior to admission.The University Postgraduate Board must be satisfied that an applicant’s proposed programme of research is viable and the arrangements for supervision are appropriate and able to be sustained.Admission to the Master of Philosophy is subject to the approval of the University Postgraduate Board.Applicants for whom English is a second or additional language must have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 overall and a minimum of 6.0 in each band. For more details, please refer to English Language Requirements in AUT’s Academic Calendar.Applicants with relevant overseas qualifications will be assessed individually and may be required to undertake a preliminary course of study before entry into this programme

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

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Application Deadline

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months
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