MA - Art History - Research 120 points in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

Pursue cutting-edge academic work and add your unique research to the body of knowledge in your discipline. The MA program provides diverse pathways, including both research-focused and coursework-based degrees, with durations of one year or 18 months based on your qualifications, across over 40 subject areas. Your prior education may allow you to explore a field distinct from your previous specialization. The research master's presents a thrilling chance to advance your field's understanding through a significant research endeavor guided by New Zealand's top academics. For coursework-based degrees, you'll enhance your expertise in intimate classroom settings, benefit from direct faculty engagement, and undertake a more concise research component. Earning an MA effectively elevates both your specialized knowledge and versatile skills to an expert level. Alumni have successfully applied their refined abilities in strategic analysis, critical reasoning, communication, and cultural competence across diverse sectors including public service, global development initiatives, cultural institutions, and research organizations.

Advanced Art History coursework examines multiple analytical frameworks and methods concerning artistic traditions from Europe and America, New Zealand and Australia, as well as Māori and Polynesian cultures. Your studies may encompass focused examinations of iconic figures like Rembrandt or broader investigations into public art's societal impact and museum practices. Graduate-level Art History extends beyond conventional fine arts, enabling exploration of visual artifacts' forms, interpretations, and cultural relevance across different historical periods and societies.