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Science

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  • University/Institute Name University of Canterbury
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineDec 2025
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Position Details (Master's)

Science from University of Canterbury usually consists of two parts: coursework and a thesis, allowing for students to investigate areas of interest to them and conduct independent and original research.  

Explore a wide range of science subjects with coursework and original research.

Key features

Part I of the MSc consists of coursework, while Part II consists of a thesis or dissertation. Coursework must be satisfactorily completed in Part I before proceeding to Part II. The requirements vary depending on your choice of subject, as some subjects require only Part II.

Part I and Part II must be completed in 2 years full-time; up to 4 years part-time.

Part I must be completed full-time in 1 year.

Part II is completed full-time in 1–2 years or, with permission, part-time in up to 4 years.

Careers

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.

Courses include:

  • Engineering Geology
  • Environmental Science
  • Finance
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Mathematics
  • Medical Physics
  • Medical Physics (Clinical)
  • Microbiology
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Speech and Language Sciences
  • Statistics

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Feb 2026