Program Overview
The Speech and Language Sciences at University of Canterbury is a MSc 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 Speech and Language Sciences 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 23,244 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Christchurch, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Speech and Language Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods (CMDS 604, Semester 1 or Semester 2, 0.125 EFTS)
- MSc Thesis (CMDS 696, Semesters 1 & 2, 0.875 EFTS)
- Advanced Clinical Practicum, Supervision and Administration (CMDS 605, Semesters 1 & 2, 0.125 EFTS)
- MSc Thesis (CMDS 695, Semesters 1 & 2, 0.875 EFTS)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must hold a four-year undergraduate degree, or a three-year undergraduate degree with the first year of a two-year MSc completed. Admission to this MSc programme is limited. Student selection is based on academic merit and relevant assessments to determine suitability for advanced study in speech and language sciences.
As this programme is focused on the students development of research skills, applicants to the MSc programme are encouraged to identify a particular topic of interest and must discuss their ideas with the relevant members of staff described above.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 23,244 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 23,244 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,400 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Canterbury 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 University of Canterbury
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand
public research university in Christchurch, New Zealand
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
