Master of Arts (Thesis) - Cultural Studies

The Master of Arts (Thesis) is composed of a substantial body of original research in a wide variety of Arts subjects. It provides the opportunity to contribute to new knowledge in the field and build on academic skills. MA(Thesis) students within Te Kaupeka Toi Tangata Faculty of Arts benefit from: a lively and supportive postgraduate culture access to world-class research centres in the humanities and social sciences. Those interested in coursework-based studies and internship opportunities in their subject may consider the Master of Arts. Postgraduate students in Cultural Studies develop advanced skills in reading, writing, and critical thinking, while pursuing their own interests in a range of topics exploring the plurality of culture. Postgraduate study in Cultural Studies also develops skills in analysis and communication that are highly desirable in the workplace. Study Involve: UC offers the only Cultural Studies degree programmes in Aotearoa New Zealand. As an interdisciplinary programme, we are able to supervise research projects across many fields, which means we can support students with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our students learn and research at the intersection of fascinating areas, including but not limited to, gender and sexuality, intersectional politics, Human-Animal and Critical Animal Studies, literature and film, ecocriticism, cultural identity, and more.