Overview

The Art History programme at the University of Auckland provides a sophisticated platform for students to engage in advanced scholarship and contribute original research to the field. This postgraduate degree is designed to deepen your understanding of visual culture while developing high-level analytical skills under the guidance of New Zealand’s leading academic scholars.

Why Art History at the University of Auckland?

Choosing this programme allows you to benefit from close interaction with expert academic staff in small, focused class environments. The university provides a robust research culture where students can undertake substantial projects or dissertations. The curriculum is designed to be flexible, often allowing students to transition from different academic backgrounds into specialised art historical study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: NZD 43674 per year
National fee: NZD 9392 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Art History
Museums and Cultural Heritage
Media and Screen Studies
Gender Studies
History
Philosophy
Research Portfolio
Dissertation

Careers with Art History

Graduates of this programme develop transferable skills in strategic thinking, communication, and cultural awareness that are highly valued across various professional sectors. The advanced nature of the degree prepares individuals for leadership roles within the creative and heritage industries.

Common career paths for graduates include:

Museum director
Research, evaluation and policy lead
Content and advertising manager
Development officer
Strategy and stakeholder manager
Research associate

The programme also serves as a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue further academic research, such as a Doctor of Philosophy, or roles in international development and government policy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art for the City and the Court

Art Writing and Curatorial Practice

Participation, Collaboration, and Photography

Cross-Cultural Encounters and Creativity

Public Art: Politics and Process

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00
Starting 2027-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-08 00:00:00

More details

1 December start available for 120-point research masters only, subject to supervisor availability.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

120 or 180

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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58

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

120-point (one-year) MA

A BA(Hons) or PGDipArts in Art History with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher (you should have completed a research component as part of the PGDipArts). The research masters has higher requirements.
The following subjects may also be considered for entry: Humanities, Media, Museums and Cultural Heritage, Museums Studies.

180-point (18-month) MA

A BA with a major in Art History. You must have a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II including at least 45 points in the major.
The following subjects may also be considered for entry: Humanities, Media, Museums and Cultural Heritage, Museums Studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

43674 NZD / year

≈ 43674 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9392 NZD / year

≈ 9392 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students - NZ$9,392.40 – $11,620.80
International students - NZ$43,674 – $55,484

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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