Certificate in Arts
Mixed Studies
A course by
University of Canterbury
A flexible undergraduate certificate for studying courses in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Ideal for those wanting to get a taste of university study or upskill without committing to a longer degree.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Ilam Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 6 months
Core skills this course teaches
Undertake university-level coursework
Successfully complete and pass four standard courses at 100 or 200-level in selected arts subjects.
Explore a range of disciplines
Gain introductory to intermediate knowledge and skills in up to two subject areas within the arts, humanities, or social sciences.
Pathway for further study
Develop academic competence and credits that can be transferred towards the Diploma in Arts, Bachelor of Arts, or other relevant qualifications.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Arts (CertArts) at the University of Canterbury is designed for students to study at university level without a long-term commitment. It provides an option for students to take four courses (60 points) at the 100 and/or 200-level in up to two subject areas across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. The programme can be completed full-time in 6 months or part-time over five years, and serves as a pathway to further study in the Diploma in Arts or Bachelor of Arts, with the ability to transfer credits.
Course Content
- Choose four courses (60 points) at 100- or 200-level from up to two subject areas offered in the Bachelor of Arts.
- Subject options include Anthropology, Art History and Theory, Chinese, Cinema Studies, Classics, Cultural Studies, Digital Humanities, Economics, Education, English, European & European Union Studies, French, Geography, German, History, Human Services, Japanese, Linguistics, Māori and Indigenous Studies, Mathematics, Media and Communication, Music, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations, Psychology, Russian, Sociology, Spanish, Statistics, Te Reo Māori.
- Involvement in field trips, real-world case studies, and projects, depending on selected courses.
- Programme structure supports both full-time and part-time study.
What you need to know first
University Entrance (or equivalent qualification).
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Arts
Humanities
Social Sciences
Future employment opportunities might be
Media
Government
International relations
Arts and cultural organisations