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Universities New Zealand University of Auckland Courses Master of Indigenous Studies MIndigSt

Master of Indigenous Studies MIndigSt
at University of Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 37,891
Country Rank#1
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Study the innovations emerging from the world of Indigenous research and engage with the political, cultural and economic issues that Indigenous peoples deal with in their struggle for self-determination (tino rangatiratanga).

The programme is underpinned by Indigenous worldviews. It gives you the opportunity for intellectual engagement, learning and research that contributes to new insights and approaches to Indigenous issues and research.

You will have the opportunity to study widely in relevant areas right across the University.

Course Content
Programme structure

The MIndigSt is a 180-point or 120-point taught masters degree, depending on what level of study you have already completed.

In a taught masters we guide you through each of the processes of a masters degree: theory, methodology, ethics, literature reviews, critical analysis and comparative research.

Taught (180 point)
- Enter from an undergraduate qualification
- Three semesters full-time or up to twelve semesters part-time
- Two core courses in Indigenous theories and rangatiratanga (60 points)
- Dissertation (45 points)
- Elective courses in Art History; Development Studies; Education; Environmental Management; Geography; Indigenous Studies; Law Public; Māori Studies; Māori Health; Media, Film and Television; Pacific Studies; Politics and International Relations; Sociology or Spanish (90 points)
- You may be able to take up to 30 points in other subjects
Taught (120 point)
- Enter from a postgraduate qualification
- Two semesters full-time or up to eight semesters part-time
- One core course in Indigenous theories (30 points)
- Dissertation (45 points)
- Elective courses in Art History; Development Studies; Education; Environmental Management; Geography; Indigenous Studies; Law Public; Māori Studies; Māori Health; Media, Film and Television; Pacific Studies; Politics and International Relations; Sociology or Spanish (45 points)
- You may be able to take up to 30 points in other subjects
Honours graduates interested in the 120-point option should contact the programme coordinator.
Entry Requirement
Programme requirements

Study option
Taught
120 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0

One year of postgraduate study

Study option
Taught
180 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0

An undergraduate degree

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5

Further programme requirements

You need to have completed a postgraduate qualification, following an undergraduate degree, from a recognised university (or similar institution) in a relevant subject with a GPE of 5.0.

As an interdisciplinary programme, a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds will be considered.
Fees & Scholarships
2022 fees

Domestic students

NZ$8,809.20 – $10,598.40

International students

NZ$37,891

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Career Prospect
Where could this programme take you?

You can develop the potential to become a leader within, on behalf of, or outside your community. You can gain the skills for a career in local or national government, community leadership, policy and law, research, iwi, tribal and political advisement, cultural representation, teaching, resource management and more.

Jobs related to this programme
- Cultural liaison adviser
- Environmental adviser
- Human resources consultant
- Human rights analyst
- Iwi consultant
- Media relations and production adviser
- Policy analyst
- Social impact adviser

Cost Of Studying At University of Auckland

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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Master of Indigenous Studies MIndigSt at University of Auckland