Graduate Certificate in Arts
Mixed Studies
A course by
AUT
In as little as one semester, gain new skills in a wide range of arts and social science fields – including education, Māori development, hospitality, tourism, interpreting, psychology, and more – designed for graduates seeking postgraduate study or career advancement.
NZ$4,527
inc GST
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 6 months
NZ$4,527
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing
Core skills this course teaches
Develop or broaden knowledge in a new discipline
Gain expertise in an area different from your undergraduate study, enabling further personal and professional development.
Prepare for postgraduate study
Meet entry requirements for further postgraduate programmes in various arts, education, or social sciences areas.
Gain specialist skills relevant to multiple sectors
Acquire practical and theoretical skills relevant to education, tourism, interpreting, creative arts, Māori development, psychology, event management, and more.
About This Course
The Graduate Certificate in Arts at AUT is a flexible qualification designed for those with a prior degree who wish to broaden or develop their expertise in a new discipline. In just one semester full-time (or part-time), students can select courses from diverse areas including education, Māori development, interpreting, tourism, creative writing, criminology, social sciences, psychology, event management, and more. The programme can enhance employability and also acts as a pathway towards postgraduate study in a chosen field.
Course Content
- Creative Writing
- Kaupapa Māori Storytelling
- New Zealand and Pacific Literature
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- Methods of Social Research
- Education Studies (critical questions, futures, globalisation)
- Event Management (planning, production, partnerships)
- Global Tourism (ethics, sustainability, destination field study)
- International Studies (intercultural competence, human rights, global environments)
- Interpreting and Translation (legal, health, advanced techniques)
- Māori Development (Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Reo Māori, Māori leadership and culture)
- New Zealand Sign Language and Deaf Studies
- Psychology (abnormal psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, biopsychology)
- Social Sciences (ethics, politics, institutions, globalisation, diversity)
- Other arts and language courses
Entry Requirements
A bachelor’s degree OR relevant professional qualification or at least five years of experience deemed equivalent by the Dean (or representative).
Build towards these roles
Roles related to chosen field of study (e.g., interpreter, translator, educator, event manager, tourism/hospitality manager, research assistant, support officer, policy adviser, community worker, etc.)
Build skills in these industries
EducationTourismHospitalityCriminal JusticeMāori DevelopmentInterpreting and TranslationEvents ManagementSocial SciencesPsychology
