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138 Master's degrees in Humanities in New Zealand

Postgraduate Literary Translation Studies
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 Postgraduate Literary Translation Studies programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Biblical Studies
The Biblical Studies programme at the University of Otago explores Jewish and Christian scriptures within their historical and cultural contexts. This flexible degree, available on-campus or via distance learning, typically spans three years of full-time study, developing critical thinking and deep analytical skills.
Applied Linguistics - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
The Applied Linguistics - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages major at Massey University provides in-service development for practising teachers of English as a second language.

Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in History
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects by completing this Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in History programme from Victoria University of Wellington.
Christian Thought and History
The Christian Thought and History programme at the University of Otago explores the global impact of Christian beliefs on Western civilisation. Available as a B.A. or B.Theol., this flexible degree offers full-time or part-time study through on-campus or distance learning modes to suit diverse student needs.
History
The History programme at the University of Waikato will teach you the skills to work independently and see a major project through to completion. These are characteristics that are highly sought after by employers.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Study of Religion
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects with Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Study of Religion program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Theatre Studies
The Theatre Studies programme at the University of Otago is a versatile undergraduate course exploring human imagination. Available as a B.A. major or minor, this full-time, three-year degree combines theory with practice. Students engage in acting, directing, and design within a supportive creative community.

Musical Arts
Build on your Honours degree or Postgraduate Diploma and get the high-level music skills and critical perspective you need for a career in music or a related field. The Musical Arts programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Materials and Processing
The Materials and Processing course 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.
Linguistics
The Linguistics programme at the University of Otago explores the intricate nature of human communication. Available as a B.A. degree, this full-time or part-time course examines language evolution and structure. Students develop analytical skills while investigating how speech sounds and meaning shape our global society.
History
The History programme at the University of Otago offers a deep dive into human societies across time. Available as a B.A. or part of a combined degree, this full-time or part-time course provides flexible study modes. Students develop elite analytical skills while exploring global events from medieval eras to the modern day.
English
The English programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of literature from medieval times to the modern era. Available as a three-year Bachelor of Arts, this full-time course develops critical thinking and creative powers through the study of diverse texts, including Māori and Pacific works.
Religious Studies
The Religious Studies programme at the University of Otago offers a deep exploration of human faith and culture. Available as a B.A. degree, this flexible course can be studied full-time or part-time, with online distance options. Over three years, students examine how diverse spiritual traditions shape our global society.

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

Master of Creative Writing
Discover your individual voice and develop your imaginative capacity within a lively community of writers. Hone your craft in small-group writing workshops led by high-calibre teaching staff at the International Institute of Modern Letters (IIML) at Victoria University of Wellington's Creative Writing.

Master of Classics
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 Master of Classics programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington .

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Philosophy
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Philosophy 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.
Ministry
The Ministry programme at the University of Otago offers advanced postgraduate study for those in professional practice. Available through distance learning with full-time and part-time options, this curriculum enhances expertise in chaplaincy and leadership. It is ideal for ministers and pastors seeking a deeper theological grounding.
Creative Practice
The Creative Practice programme at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Level 9 master's degree designed for artistic innovation. This 180-credit qualification offers full-time study over 18 months or a three-year part-time route. Students refine professional skills through research-led projects in a dynamic studio environment.