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85 Master's degrees offered by the university

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

English (Thesis)
In the English (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury you will develop advanced skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking, while pursuing your own interests in areas including literature, film, and culture.

Child and Family Psychology
The Child and Family Psychology course from University of Canterbury is designed for students who wish to become registered child and family psychologists with Te Poari Kaimātai Hinengaro o Aotearoa | New Zealand Psychologists Board.

Chinese
The Chinese course from University of Canterbury teaches and supervises research on a wide range of topics – literary or cinematic, traditional or modern – focusing on China and the Chinese-speaking world.

Architectural Engineering
The Architectural Engineering course from University of Canterbury is a practice-focused degree for students with engineering or architecture backgrounds to gain professional, work-ready building design skills. There is also a part-time option available for those working in the industry and wanting to upskill.

Audiology
The Audiology programme at University of Canterbury focuses on training professional clinical audiologists.

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

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

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

Strategic Communication
The Strategic Communication course from University of Canterbury prepares you for a career in complex, professional media for corporations, public relations, and advocacy.

Policy and Governance
Drawing on UC's teaching and research strengths in Political Science and International Relations, graduates of the Policy and Governance course from University of Canterbury can obtain a professional qualification in public policy and strategic decision making.

Engineering in Fire Engineering
The Engineering in Fire Engineering course at University of Canterbury is open to graduates from relevant branches of engineering, and covers all aspects of fire safety in buildings and other structures, human safety, and risk assessment.

Science
The Science course from University of Canterbury usually consists of two parts: coursework and a thesis, allowing you to investigate areas of interest and conduct independent and original research.

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.

Art History and Theory
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.

Business Administration
The Business Administration course from University of Canterbury is a flexible and future-focused programme that fits around your busy schedule.

Arts
The Arts degree from University of Canterbury consists of taught coursework, which may include internship opportunities, and independent research in a wide variety of Arts subjects

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.

Biotechnology
Courses during the Biotechnology programme at University of Canterbury are taught by leading national and visiting international researchers.

Applied Finance and Economics
If you are looking to accelerate your career path and open the door for better job opportunities, then the Applied Finance and Economics course from University of Canterbury.