Master of Science
Course details
About the course
Introduction
The Master of Science usually consists of two parts: coursework and a thesis, allowing you to investigate areas of interest and conduct independent and original research. Over 30 subjects are available, and some can only be studied at postgraduate level, which can allow for specialisation in academic and career pathways.
For more information about why you should consider studying a postgraduate science programme at UC, see the Postgraduate Prospectus.
The MSc may be awarded with Distinction, Merit, or Honours.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
You must have completed one of the following:* Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Science with Honours
- Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science
- Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Geology
- or any bachelor's degree and a qualifying programme.
One or more courses in this degree may also require vaccinations. Check each course page for more details.
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 Master of Science or use the admission requirements checker.
Notes:
- Students who have qualified for a Bachelor of Science with Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Science can complete the MSc by Part II only (thesis-only) in their subject.
- For the Biotechnology major, you can have instead completed the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours.
- The Child and Family Psychology major has other requirements – see the website for more information on the application process required to enrol into this major programme.
- For the Water Science and Management major, you can register your interest to enrol by contacting [email protected]
- For the Industrial and Organisational Psychology major, you will need to meet specific English language requirements - an IELTS (Academic) average of at least 7.0, with no score lower than 6.5.
How to apply
See more information on how to enrol into the Master of Science.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
About the provider
At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.
You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love. UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.