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85 Master's degrees offered by the university

Applied Data Science
Study data collection and analysis to inform decision making with the Applied Data Science course at the University of Canterbury.

Sport Science
The Sport Science course from University of Canterbury could lead to a career in high performance sport, or allow established professionals to upskill and update their sport science knowledge.

Computer Science
This Computer Science programme at University of Canterbury emphasises the exploration of new ideas as well as putting what you have learned into context.

Cultural Studies (Thesis)
Students in the Cultural Studies (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury develop advanced skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking, while pursuing their own interests in a range of topics exploring the plurality of culture.

Engineering
The Engineering course from University of Canterbury is completed by coursework and a thesis. It aims to provide a research-focused learning environment in which students can develop their independent problem solving skills through supervised research. The degree may be awarded with Distinction.

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.

Teaching and Learning
The Teaching and Learning course from University of Canterbury is an exciting option for graduates seeking to become primary or secondary teachers and who wish to distinguish themselves with a postgraduate qualification.

Chemical and Process Engineering
This Chemical and Process Engineering programme at University of Canterbury offers a wide variety of research projects and postgraduate courses. This provides you with the opportunity to advance your knowledge and carry out original research in an area that interests you.

Fine Arts
The Fine Arts 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.

Moving Image
The Moving Image 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.

Social Work (Applied)
The Social Work (Applied) course from University of Canterbury offers the opportunity for students with an approved social science degree to complete a recognised professional qualification over two years.

Earthquake Engineering
Earthquake Engineering encompasses a broad range of activities that seek to minimise the damage and disruption communities suffer when hit by an earthquake. The Earthquake Engineering programme is offered at University of Canterbury

Human Interface Technology
The Human Interface Technology course from University of Canterbury will suit you if you are interested in the intersection of technology and people, and want to design, build, and evaluate technology interfaces that solve real-world problems.

Applied Translation and Interpreting
The Applied Translation and Interpreting course from University of Canterbury gives students advanced language, cultural, and communication skills to work as professional interpreters and translators.

Arts (Thesis)
The Arts (Thesis) degree from University of Canterbury is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects.

Civil Engineering
The Civil Engineering course from University of Canterbury is a taught postgraduate programme that enhances an engineer’s knowledge and skills, improving their prospects for career progression.

Computational and Applied Mathematical Sciences
Big Data! Those two words describe one of the new hot topics in mathematical sciences. The Computational and Applied Mathematical Sciences programme at University of Canterbury will give you access to this, and other fast growing areas of computational mathematics and statistics.

Ecology
The Ecology programme at University of Canterbury is designed for those wishing to focus on any combination of ecology, behaviour, or evolutionary biology.

Cinema Studies
The Cinema Studies programme at University of Canterbury is offered within the Department of English. Our Honours courses are coded as English courses, but the Cinema Studies Honours year focuses on film topics and has specific prerequisites.

Urban Resilience and Renewal
The Urban Resilience and Renewal course from University of Canterbury will be of interest to students wishing to address broader urban issues and engage with communities.