Palmerston North,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts - Sociology in Hamilton New Zealand | Massey University
Massey University
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Hamilton New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
36,640
(c. USD21,511.75)
Attendance
Full-time
Massey's Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Sociology) allows you to expand upon your undergraduate studies. Recognized among the top 250 global universities for sociology by QS rankings, Massey offers a program where you'll critically examine power dynamics in society. The curriculum explores diverse topics including cultural studies, social stratification, gender issues, media influence, political systems, environmental sociology, and interpersonal relationships. This qualification equips graduates with valuable analytical and practical skills for careers in policy analysis, research, or community development, providing a strong foundation for professional advancement.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Sociology) you will have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Arts degree, with a major in the intended postgraduate subject, or equivalent.
You will need to have achieved a grade average in your bachelor degree that demonstrates an adequate level of preparation for the postgraduate qualification. This normally means that a B- grade average or above is required.
You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
International English Language Requirements:
- IELTS - 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
- TOEFL iBT – Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
- Cambridge English - C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill.
- NCEL - Level 5
- PTE - 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills
- LanguageCert - C1 Expert IESOL (LRWS) with HIGH PASS and no less than Pass in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRWS) with PASS and no less than Pass in each skill
Tuition
NZD
36,640