Postgraduate Certificate in Arts

Graduate Certificate

Like most general Arts qualifications, there is a wide range of subject choice available at UC, with more than 30 subjects on offer - from Anthropology to Te Reo Maori.

Key details

Degree Type

Graduate Certificate

Duration

6 months full-time

Course Code

PGCertArts

Domestic Fees

$4,318 per year / $4,318 total

International Fees

$17,000 per year / $17,000 total

About this course

Like most general Arts qualifications, there is a wide range of subject choice available at UC, with more than 30 subjects on offer - from Anthropology to Te Reo Maori. The great thing about the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts is that this qualification can be:

completed in a relatively short period of time (6 months full-time study or 1 year part-time)
studied part-time, which is ideal for those wishing to undertake professional development or to expand their disciplinary knowledge in a relevant field whilst working or supporting other commitments
a combination of different courses; either in different subject areas, or a mix of courses in one subject area with an internship or digital humanities project added, to enhance employment skills and applied learning experiences
an ideal stepping stone to further postgraduate programmes on offer at UC.

PGCertArts students will be introduced to sophisticated subject matter and develop skills in the critical evaluation of academic literature in their discipline or area of specialisation. They will also foster high-level skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communication.

Entry requirements

A Bachelor of Arts, or an equivalent degree with grades to a specified level in your intended subject, is required for the PGCertArts.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You can apply online at myUC. Find out more about how to apply for graduate and postgraduate qualifications.

Study locations

Main Campus

Career pathways

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

Useful information:

Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student and graduate profiles.
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