MASSEY UNIVERSITY · NEW ZEALAND
Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology)
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6 mo
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The Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology) is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor's degree in another subject and wish to gain knowledge in social anthropology without pursuing a full second bachelor's degree. This qualification serves as a pathway to understanding different cultures, societal structures, and human behaviour from a global perspective. It encourages critical thinking about one's own beliefs and fosters empathy by exploring diverse ways of life across the world. The program covers a broad range of anthropological topics, including politics, globalisation, inequality, human-environmental relations, human rights, indigenous peoples, and visual culture, examining how anthropologists conduct fieldwork in various global contexts.
Curriculum
The program requires completion of 60 credits. This typically includes compulsory courses in anthropological inquiry and fieldwork methods, followed by a selection of subject courses to deepen understanding in specific areas of social anthropology.
- 1 semester
- Anthropological Enquiry146300
- Practicing Fieldwork146301
- Making the Self146201
- Religion, Nature and Sustainability146203
- Food and Eating146209
- Anthropology of Ritual, Religion, and Witchcraft146210
- Systems of Healing146211
- Taking Anthropology to the World146308
- The Ethnography of Aotearoa New Zealand146309
- Science, Culture, and Politics146310
Frequently asked questions
- What are the entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology)?
- You must have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree and meet Massey's English language competency requirements, which are equivalent to the standard for undergraduate degrees.
- What is the tuition fee for this programme?
- Tuition fees are an estimate for full-time study (60 credits) and are in New Zealand dollars. For 60 credits, the estimated tuition is $3,707, plus an additional Student Services Fee. Exact fees depend on course selection.
- How long does the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology) take to complete?
- The programme requires the completion of 60 credits, which typically takes one semester of full-time study.
- What are the career prospects after completing this certificate?
- While specific outcomes aren't detailed, a background in social anthropology can enhance understanding in fields related to cultural awareness, societal analysis, and global interactions.
- How do I apply for this programme?
- You need to apply online through Massey University's application system, ensuring you meet the entry requirements and submitting all required academic transcripts.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeMust have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree.
Massey's English language competency requirementsEquivalent standard to undergraduate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
Official academic transcripts for studies taken at universities other than Massey University are required. Not open to international students.
Fees
Tuition (international)Not applicable
Tuition (home)$3,707 (for 60 credits)
Living—
Tuition fees are estimates for full-time study (60 credits) and are in New Zealand dollars. The exact fees depend on course selection. An additional Student Services Fee applies ($582 for on-campus, $474 for distance). Additional charges for study resources, software, trips, and workshops may apply.
How to apply
1. Check Entry RequirementsEnsure you hold a bachelor's degree and meet the English language competency requirements.
2. Gather DocumentsPrepare copies of all official academic transcripts from universities other than Massey.
3. Apply OnlineSubmit your application through Massey University's online application system. You may need to use the 'Special Request' function for course enrolment if your previous study was not at Massey.
4. Submit TranscriptsUpload or provide your academic transcripts as part of the application process.
Scholarships
Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship Programme—
Frequently asked questions
What are the entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology)?
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You must have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree and meet Massey's English language competency requirements, which are equivalent to the standard for undergraduate degrees.
What is the tuition fee for this programme?
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Tuition fees are an estimate for full-time study (60 credits) and are in New Zealand dollars. For 60 credits, the estimated tuition is $3,707, plus an additional Student Services Fee. Exact fees depend on course selection.
How long does the Graduate Certificate in Arts (Social Anthropology) take to complete?
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The programme requires the completion of 60 credits, which typically takes one semester of full-time study.
What are the career prospects after completing this certificate?
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While specific outcomes aren't detailed, a background in social anthropology can enhance understanding in fields related to cultural awareness, societal analysis, and global interactions.
How do I apply for this programme?
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You need to apply online through Massey University's application system, ensuring you meet the entry requirements and submitting all required academic transcripts.