85 Master's degrees offered by the university

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.

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.

The Criminal Justice course from University of Canterbury offers students an advanced working knowledge of the criminal justice system.

Studying the Art History and Theory programme at University of Canterbury helps you understand theories of art, material culture and aesthetics, and their relevance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Education course from University of Canterbury allows a pathway for current teachers, educational professionals, counsellors, researchers, and leaders to gain a master’s level qualification.

The Disaster Risk and Resilience course from University of Canterbury provides an introduction to this rapidly evolving interdisciplinary field.

The Financial Engineering course from University of Canterbury will equip you with industry-level skills and knowledge, and provide opportunities to apply those skills.

The Product Innovation course from University of Canterbury is a perfect opportunity to access specialised facilities and industry experts at university while beginning to develop your own product or business ideas.

The Chemistry programme at University of Canterbury has world-leading award winning faculty directing research in many disciplines of chemistry.

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

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

Molecular Biology is the field of biology that studies the structure and function of genes at a molecular level. The study of chromosomes and gene expression of an organism can give insight into heredity, genetic variation, and mutations. The ‌Cellular and Molecular Biology programme is offered at University of Canterbury.

The Health Sciences course from University of Canterbury gives health professionals, non-clinical members of the health workforce, and others interested in the health sector or health issues the opportunity to examine critically a range of significant issues in health sciences, and where relevant to improve their professional practice.

The Professional Computer Science course from University of Canterbury offers practical learning in the rapidly advancing area of computer technologies in need of skilled graduates.

The Health Sciences Professional Practice course from University of Canterbury will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with students examining a range of significant issues in health sciences, and looking to improve their professional practice as a result.

The International Relations and Diplomacy course from University of Canterbury will offer you an innovative, interdisciplinary programme of taught courses with a strong professional emphasis.

The Sociology (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury helps you gain a deeper understanding of the workings of societies, organisations, and communities.

Study German language, history and culture, and develop skills for international work with the German course from University of Canterbury.

The Linguistics course at University of Canterbury is an advanced programme offering specialised courses in linguistic analysis and a significant research component.

The Maori and Indigenous Studies (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury offers you the opportunity to research  a broad subject that explores the culture, knowledge, and philosophies of Māori and Indigenous peoples, and their economic, political, and social experiences.