Overview

Postgraduate study in French provides you with opportunities for further study in France, and lecteur/lectrice positions with the University of Paris-Sorbonne and the University of Bourgogne. We also have a student exchange agreement with the University of la Rochelle.

Career

The Master of Arts in French from University of Auckland is an effective way to take your knowledge and transferable skills to the next level. Our graduates have combined skills in strategic and critical thinking with global and cultural awareness for careers in fields such as government, international development, museums and cultural heritage, media production, research and policy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Language
Advanced French Linguistics
Advanced French Translation
Special Topic
Study Abroad

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-04 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-08 00:00:00

More details

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

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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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

French studies View 7 other Masters in French studies in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

120-point (one-year) MA

A BA(Hons) or PGDipArts in French with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher. The research masters has higher requirements.

180-point (18-month) MA

A BA with a major in French. 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.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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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

41594 NZD / year

≈ 41594 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8861 NZD / year

≈ 8861 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students NZ$8,359.20 – $10,342.80*
International students NZ$39,995 – $50,810*

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

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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