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324 Master's degrees in Social Sciences in New Zealand
Global Studies
Be the change – we’ll teach you how. Develop the skills and knowledge to think and act on a global scale in relation to the challenges of today’s world with the Global Studies programme at the University of Auckland

Master of Health Psychology
Available as a Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, or 240-point Master of Health Psychology program from Victoria University of Wellington will provide you with a unique skillset. You’ll develop an advanced understanding of the interactions between the biological, psychological, social, environmental, and cultural aspects of health and wellbeing.

Arts
Through the Arts from Auckland University of Technology, you can choose from a wide range of courses, creating a very flexible course of study .

Marketing Communication
Study politics where it happens. Located in New Zealand's capital city, the Marketing Communication programme offered at the Victoria University of Wellington gives you a close-up view of the political process.
Arts - Social Anthropology
The Arts - Social Anthropology at Massey University will help you build on your undergraduate study and complete advanced research of an aspect of social anthropology that interests you.

Graduate Diploma in Science in Geography
Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing this Graduate Diploma in Science in Geography program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Applied Practice (Social Practice)
The Applied Practice (Social Practice) at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Level 9 master’s degree designed for experienced professionals. This 180-credit programme offers flexible full-time or part-time study modes over 18 months to six years, focusing on social justice and advanced community development skills.

Graduate Certificate in Health in Health Psychology
Take the opportunity to be involved in shaping the future of our nation's health by studying this program Graduate Certificate in Health in Health Psychology from Victoria University of Wellington.
Political Science
The Political Science course at the University of Waikato involves advanced study in an Arts subject and is intended for those who want to deepen their knowledge of that subject. The degree helps applicants to build the skills required to work in their chosen field.
Economics
The Economics course at the University of Waikato will bring you closer to the frontiers of knowledge in your specialist field, and prepare you for leadership roles that require a high level of critical thinking and information analysis.

Bachelor of Science with Honours in Geography
Extend your knowledge in a specialised field of science and boost your career opportunities with Bachelor of Science with Honours in Geography program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Sociology
Studying the Sociology course at the University of Waikato challenges you to take your understanding of theoretical subject matter to an advanced level.
Sociology
The Sociology course at the University of Waikato involves advanced study in an Arts subject and is intended for those who want to deepen their knowledge of that subject. The degree helps applicants to build the skills required to work in their chosen field.

Master of Science in Society
The Master of Science in Society program from Victoria University of Wellington is a cross-disciplinary programme that considers the social context and communication of science, and its relation to mātauranga Māori and other forms of knowledge. It combines taught courses, research projects, and your choice of final project.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in Sociology
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in Sociology 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.

Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Geography
Explore your area of interest in more detail and improve your career prospects with Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Geography program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Chinese
The Chinese programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of language and culture. Available as a B.A. or DipLang, this study option features full-time and part-time modes. Students develop professional communication skills and regional insights essential for careers across the Asia-Pacific.

Graduate Diploma in Commerce in Public Policy
This Graduate Diploma in Commerce in Public Policy from Victoria University of Wellington can be studied as a general commerce qualification or you can choose to specialise in a specific subject. Find out what qualifications you need to get into the GDipCom and what courses you need to take to complete it.

Graduate Diploma in Arts in International Relations
The Graduate Diploma in Arts in International Relations 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.

Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Science in Society
Gain a more in-depth understanding of your scientific subject area and boost your career opportunities with Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Science in Society program from Victoria University of Wellington.