MASSEY UNIVERSITY · NEW ZEALAND
Graduate Certificate in Arts (Without Specialisation)
Certificate · Taught in en
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6 mo
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The Graduate Certificate in Arts offers a focused pathway to gain knowledge in a specific area of humanities and social sciences. It is designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree and wish to expand their academic horizons or prepare for postgraduate study in these fields. This certificate allows you to explore a new subject without undertaking a full second bachelor's degree.
Curriculum
The program can be completed in one semester of full-time study. You will select courses from the endorsement schedule, with specific requirements for prerequisite courses in Languages, Economics, Mathematics, and Statistics. For most other Social Sciences and Humanities courses, you will receive exemptions from 100-level prerequisites.
- 1 semester
Frequently asked questions
- Who is eligible to apply for the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
- This qualification is not open to international students. Applicants must have a completed bachelor's degree and meet Massey University's general admission standards.
- How long does the Graduate Certificate in Arts take to complete?
- The programme can be completed in one semester of full-time study.
- What are the tuition fees for this certificate?
- Tuition fees are estimated at $3,707 for 60 credits of full-time study. This estimate includes GST but does not cover additional fees like the Student Services Fee or potential charges for study resources and trips.
- What are the specific entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
- You must hold a completed bachelor's degree. You will also need to provide official academic transcripts from all previous university study, unless completed at Massey.
- What is the purpose of the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
- This certificate is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree who wish to expand their knowledge in a specific area of humanities and social sciences or prepare for postgraduate study.
Entry requirements
Bachelor's degreeYou must have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree.
Massey English Language RequirementsNot specified
This qualification is 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 include Goods and Services Tax (GST). They do not include the Student Services Fee ($582 for on-campus, $474 for distance students for 60 credits). Additional charges may apply for study resources, software, trips, and workshops.
How to apply
1. Meet University Entrance RequirementsEnsure you meet Massey University's general admission standards.
2. Meet Specific Programme RequirementsYou must have a completed bachelor's degree.
3. Submit Academic TranscriptsProvide official academic transcripts for all previous university study (unless completed at Massey).
4. Apply OnlineSubmit your application through the Massey University student portal.
Accreditation
Massey University is rated five star plus by the QS World University Rankings.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
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This qualification is not open to international students. Applicants must have a completed bachelor's degree and meet Massey University's general admission standards.
How long does the Graduate Certificate in Arts take to complete?
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The programme can be completed in one semester of full-time study.
What are the tuition fees for this certificate?
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Tuition fees are estimated at $3,707 for 60 credits of full-time study. This estimate includes GST but does not cover additional fees like the Student Services Fee or potential charges for study resources and trips.
What are the specific entry requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
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You must hold a completed bachelor's degree. You will also need to provide official academic transcripts from all previous university study, unless completed at Massey.
What is the purpose of the Graduate Certificate in Arts?
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This certificate is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree who wish to expand their knowledge in a specific area of humanities and social sciences or prepare for postgraduate study.