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160 Master's degrees in Arts, Design & Architecture in New Zealand

Master of Music in Performance
Take your musical skills and knowledge to the next level and focus on research with a Master of Music in Performance program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Design
The Design course at the University of Waikato is an advanced degree focusing on design theory, technology and original research.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Art History
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects with Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Art History programme from Victoria University of Wellington.
Arts
This Arts programme from Waikato Institute of Technology provides students with postgraduate study leading towards professional and higher academic practice. Students will learn within a research-focused learning environment, and will extend their domain of practice through research in their chosen area.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Music
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Music 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.
Copyright and Design
The Copyright and Design from University of Auckland is tailored for both law and non-law graduates, designed to enhance knowledge and expertise in trans-Tasman intellectual property law and to meet the educational requirements for registration as a patent and trade mark attorney.
Dance Movement Therapy
Critically examine the relationship between dance and therapy as part of this internationally recognised professional accreditation with this Master of Dance Movement Therapy from University of Auckland.
Landscape Architecture (Research)
Build your impact and understanding of landscape architecture with this research-based Landscape Architecture (Research) advanced Master’s from Lincoln University Canterbury.

Master of Landscape Architecture
The Master of Landscape Architecture programme offered at the Victoria University of Wellington gives you the knowledge and skills to create innovative design solutions for outdoor spaces. Your designs will address pressing challenges related to climate change, urbanisation, and sustainability.

Master of Music in Composition Music
Take your musical skills and knowledge to the next level and focus on research with a Master of Music in Composition Music program from Victoria University of Wellington.

Master of Interior Architecture
Become a specialist in the architectural design of interior spaces the places we live, work, play, eat, shop, exercise and learn. Make a difference to people's wellbeing and create a better future through the innovative design of interior spaces with a degree in Master of Interior Architecture offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Theatre
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Theatre 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.
Music
The Music programme at the University of Otago offers a versatile curriculum covering performance, composition, and musicology. Available as a B.Sc., B.A., or MusB, this full-time degree provides students with access to world-class recording studios and performance venues to refine their creative and technical skills.
Planning
The Planning programme at the University of Otago is a professional qualification recognised for excellence. This two-year, full-time Master of Planning (MPlan) degree prepares graduates for influential roles in policy and resource management. It offers flexible study options for those with backgrounds in Arts, Science, Law, or Commerce.

Popular Music Studies
Take your musical skills and knowledge to the next level and focus on research with the MMus in Popular Music Studies at the Victoria University of Wellington .
Theatre Studies
The Theatre Studies programme at the University of Otago is a comprehensive three-year Bachelor of Arts degree. Students engage in full-time study on campus, exploring acting, directing, and design. This dynamic course blends creative practice with academic theory to prepare graduates for diverse professional pathways.

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.
Urban Planning (Professional)
Create a positive future by influencing the economic, social, environmental and cultural development of our urban spaces in this Master of Urban Planning (Professional) from University of Auckland.
Music
The Music programme at the University of Otago offers versatile degree options, including the B.Sc., B.A., and MusB. Students can study full-time with flexible pathways in performance, composition, or production. This undergraduate course provides world-class facilities for those seeking a creative career in the arts.
Architecture
The Architecture programme at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Level 9 master’s degree by project. Available for full-time study over 18 months or part-time over 30 months, this course allows experienced designers to advance their technical skills and explore specialised interests within a professional framework.