Overview

Through the Logic and Computation degree from University of Auckland you'll extend your knowledge with coursework or try a project or dissertation as part of your diploma – the option is yours.

You can study Logic and Computation as a postgraduate specialisation in either the Faculty of Arts and Education or the Faculty of Science.

Postgraduate study in Logic and Computation explores the development of computer languages by combining a strong core of advanced courses in Computer Science and Philosophy, alongside Linguistics, Logic and Computation and Mathematics.

Career opportunities:

Every industry is becoming more and more dependent on computing technology. With demonstrated skills in analytical thinking, communication and computing, the graduates can successfully navigate this ever-expanding field.

Jobs related to Logic and Computation

Business, systems or security analyst
Cloud systems or software engineer
Communications and marketing professional
Computer consultant
Data, e-commerce solutions, software, information architect
Database developer or administrator
Digital designer
Front end, game, systems or web developer
Project manager

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The design of algorithms
Definitions of computer models and complexity classes
Formal theories of syntax
The implementation and use of intelligent software agents
Issues in semantics such as pragmatics
Logic and set theory
An overview of the learning problem and the view of learning by search
Philosophy and computation
Representation formalisms
Standard artificial intelligence problem-solving paradigms
Surveys agent architectures and multi-agent frameworks

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 36 other Masters in Computer Sciences in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

You must have completed a Bachelor of Science in your intended specialisation with a GPA of 3.0. Some specialisations may require you to have completed specific courses in your undergraduate degree, you can find these in the PGDipSci Schedule.
If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

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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

55484 NZD / year

≈ 55484 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

11545 NZD / year

≈ 11545 NZD / year
Applies to you

Applies to you

Free

Additional Details

Domestic students

NZ$11,545.20

International students

NZ$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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