AUT - Master of Philosophy
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Master of Philosophy
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a one year research only masters degree. It provides an opportunity for students to undertake a research topic of an applied or professional nature, under the supervision of Te Ara Poutama, Faculty of Māori Development staff.
Alternatively, the MPhil can provide a pathway to more advanced research at doctoral level.
Programme Code: AK3720
Level: 9
Points: 120
Duration: 1 year full time / 3 years part time
Venue: City and North Shore campuses
Starting date: Anytime
Entry requirements
What this qualification covers
Students will complete an original thesis during this year of study. Staff in Te Ara Poutama are available to supervise MPhil research on a wide range of topics. The faculty has extensive research capabilities in the following areas:
- Māori economic development
- Māori entrepreneurship
- Māori language revitalisation
- Māori multimedia
- Māori media
- Mātauranga Māori
- Pacific development
- Te reo me ngā tikanga Māori
- Treaty of Waitangi
- Youth development
Career opportunities
It is expected that graduates with a Master of Philosophy will have gained the necessary skills and qualifications to follow an academic or research career leading to a Doctor of Philosophy. Alternatively, their research topic may lead them to a position of expertise in their chosen field.