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The MSc will take you between two and two and half years of full-time study or up to four years part time. In the first year of your MSc you'll take several courses related to your specialist subject area. During your studies you might also author publications for peer-reviewed journals.
To do an Physical Geography (MSc) offered at the Victoria University of Wellington you'll need a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field, with an average grade of B+ or higher in your subject area. You may also be able to qualify for entry if you have appropriate work or other experience.
Study for a PhD
If you do well in your Master's degree, and show an aptitude for advanced research, you'll be able to apply to do a PhD.
You’ll work under supervision to produce original research that makes a significant contribution to knowledge. Full-time candidates usually complete the degree within three to four years. You’ll carry out original and sustained research under supervision from world-class academics in the Wellington Faculty of Science.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geographies of New Zealand

Human Geography: Approaching Our World

Geography of Place, Power and Identity

Human Geography and Development Studies

Islands and Oceans: People, Power and Place

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Duration

Full-time
- 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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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

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Geology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) View 16 other Masters in Geology in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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58

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6.5

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant subject.You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.

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Tuition Fees

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42900 NZD / year

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Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

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Disciplines

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