2013 Postgraduate Prospectus

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Contents Life at the University Living and studying in a world-class city Welcome to The University of Auckland Deciding what to study Undertaking postgraduate research Enhancing your career potential Participating in University events Funding your studies Utilising student services and support Finding accommodation Arriving from abroad Our programmes About our programmes Faculty of Arts Business School National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries Faculty of Education Faculty of Engineering Faculty of Law Faculty of Science Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences Application process International student fees Admission requirements How to apply Dates to remember Glossary 37 39 40 41 42 23 24 26 28 30 30 32 32 34 2 3 7 9 10 13 15 16 19 20

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Living and studying in a world-class city
The University of Auckland is located in the heart of New Zealand’s largest city. Students and staff at our four campuses enjoy a backdrop of nineteenth and early twentieth century buildings, modern skyscrapers, lush parks, stunning harbours and white-sand beaches. With a population of 1.25 million, Auckland has a bustling centre with activities galore, from international concerts and sporting events to cultural festivals and celebrations. Add that to great cafés and bars, an exciting nightlife, terrific shopping, colourful Polynesian and Asian cultural influences and a multitude of unique urban villages to live, work and play in, it’s clear why Auckland is ranked third of 221 world cities for quality of living*. *Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2011.
Photo: Jeff Brass/Think Photography.

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Welcome to The University of Auckland
A transforming future awaits you at New Zealand’s leading university*.

Postgraduate study can be transforming – for both your future and society. A postgraduate qualification can lead to career enhancement and personal growth, be it following your passion for your subject and contributing to your area of scholarship or positioning yourself for an enriching and fulfilling career with your specialised skills and knowledge. As a world-class research-led university, we value the benefits that postgraduate study brings to both you and society. Learning from and working with our internationally-recognised academics who are often leaders in their field, your work can transform all aspects of our society - cultural, political, social, economic and environmental. Our postgraduate students are integral to our teaching, learning and research. As such: • We award postgraduate scholarships, awards and prizes to a total value of about $23 million each year. • We generate more than $200 million in research revenue annually. This high level of research revenue provides an important source of support for postgraduate research projects. I welcome you to join our progressive academic community, which is home to more than 10,300 postgraduate students, and share your passion and drive for excellence with the innovators, teachers and leaders of the future.

STUART MCCUTCHEON Vice-Chancellor The University of Auckland *www.auckland.ac.nz/leadinguniversity

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Karine Borne
Karine Borne, a PhD in Civil Engineering candidate, pictured with her supervisor, Dr Elizabeth Fassman, is researching the use of a Floating Vegetated Island (FVI) in the treatment of stormwater runoff charged with pollutants. Karine was attracted to research by the opportunity to find better solutions to new problems and chose the University after finding a supervisor and project that piqued her interest. “I was working as an environmental engineer in a consultancy company and, instead of putting forward existing solutions to known problems, I was eager to undertake an in-depth project that could provide new answers to environmental issues. “The PhD is really intellectually motivating, especially when you work in a domain that meets your convictions. I like being able to plan and build a research strategy to demonstrate scientifically a new outcome for a given issue. “I have always been curious about the research world and hope to continue my passion for research with an academic or research position.”
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The University of Auckland – By the numbers
Postgraduate study enhances your employment prospects, hones your skills and expands your understanding. It offers the personal satisfaction of working in an area that really interests you, with the opportunity to work alongside academic staff and take an active role in your own learning and development. If you want the best in postgraduate study opportunities, then The University of Auckland is the place for you.
• Subjects on offer range from strong traditional disciplines to exciting emerging cross-disciplinary subject areas. • Most of our postgraduate programmes can be studied part-time, so you can continue to develop your skills and understanding around employment or other commitments. • Industry involvement is also a component of many programmes, allowing you to gain practical insight and experience as you study.

International reputation
• We’re ranked as the leading university in New Zealand based on the three major international ranking systems: Times Higher Education World Rankings; the QS World University Rankings; and the Shanghai Jiao Tong Academic Ranking of World Universities. • We are the only university in New Zealand (and one of only four in Australasia) with membership to Universitas 21, an exclusive group of major research-intensive universities. • The University of Auckland is also the only New Zealand member of Pacific Rim Universities, a grouping of some of the world’s premier universities. • We are part of the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN), an international university network focused on research collaboration, postgraduate education and research funding. • We attract students from all over the world, with an inclusive multicultural population made up of students from more than 100 countries. • Our student exchange programme, 360° Auckland Abroad, has over 90 partner universities in 24 countries, offering you the opportunity to complete part of your course, short courses, field trips or internships overseas (see pg. 12).

First-class teaching and research
• The University of Auckland has more internationally and nationally esteemed researchers than any other tertiary institution in New Zealand - you’ll be working with academic staff who are leaders in their fields. • We have the largest number of research degree completions in the country. • We have the highest level of research income of any university in New Zealand winning 30% of the nation’s research fund, despite having only 18% of the PBRF-eligible staff in the university system. • We have 40 departmental and faculty research centres and nine University research institutes. • We host three of the eight Centres of Research Excellence in New Zealand.

• For a full list of our postgraduate programmes see pg. 24-35.

Funding and support
• Around $23 million in postgraduate scholarships and awards is available each year (pg. 15). • We have many programmes to help you enhance your career potential (pg. 10-11). • You can access a full range of student support services on campus - from healthcare to recreation, childcare to counselling (pg. 16-18). • Our active Postgraduate Students’ Association gives you the chance to network with other postgraduates throughout the University at social functions and postgraduate events (pg. 16).

Exciting range of postgraduate programmes
• Over 130 top-quality postgraduate programmes and more than 180 subject areas are on offer to meet your goals and interests. • You can choose from a wide range of taught and research programmes - from one-year postgraduate diplomas to extended research degrees. • More than two-thirds of our programmes allow entry in the second semester, so you don’t need to wait to get started. PhD students can apply and begin their studies at any time.

World-class resources and facilities
• Our library is the biggest university library in New Zealand and ranks alongside the top five university libraries in Australia (pg. 16). • Our School of Graduate Studies offers specialised support to research students across all faculties (pg. 16). • The University of Auckland has a vibrant student community of over 10,300 postgraduate students, with more than 4,000 graduating annually, so you’ll be able to network with others who share your interests and commitment to education.

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Tane Taylor
Dr Tane Taylor, a practising GP and Master of Health Sciences student, is researching the impact undergraduate medical students have on general practice. One of the goals of his research is to develop learning instead of teaching environments. “I have been working with undergraduates and postgraduates, supporting them in general practice training, and saw that the only way to evaluate this was to do it myself. Initially, I took some courses so that I could do my masters and I see the masters as preparation for completing a PhD. “Going back to study has been challenging, but more so exciting. Meeting new people, being exposed to fresh ideas, cleaning out the cobwebs – is all good. “I completed my undergraduate study overseas; I live in Auckland and the University’s great reputation was key in deciding to study here. So far it has been a great experience. The tutors are brilliant and friendly. My supervisor has been very patient and supportive. I really appreciate the formal and not so formal process. There is structure, hierarchy, authority but at the same time compassion, empathy and mutual respect.”

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Deciding what to study
There are a number of online and printed sources to help you with your decision-making. Once you have an idea of what you’d like to study, make sure you speak to the relevant postgraduate adviser. See pages 24-35 for contact information.
Bachelors degree

Postgraduate diploma

Entry to some 240-point masters may be possible with a bachelors degree.

Bachelors degree (honours)

Masters

PhD and other doctorates

Additional sources of information
• Future postgraduates’ website provides helpful information on how to apply, fees and money matters, life at Auckland and postgraduate events. www.postgraduate.ac.nz • Faculty websites provide detailed faculty and programme information, as well as faculty prospectuses and handbooks to download (see pg. 24-35 for website details for each programme). • Postgraduate faculty prospectuses provide detailed information about the programmes and services on offer in your faculty. www.auckland.ac.nz/ futurepostgraduates/download-a-prospectus • School of Graduate Studies staff will be happy to help you with general enquiries about postgraduate research degrees and guide you through the application and enrolment process. www.auckland.ac.nz/ school-of-graduate-studies • International Office staff advise international students on options for postgraduate study and eligibility for admission. www.auckland.ac.nz/international • AskAuckland has answers to frequently asked questions about postgraduate study. www.askauckland.ac.nz

Finding your research passion
Research students work with at least one experienced and specifically-trained supervisor, often have opportunities to work in a team, and can develop networks in their department and faculty, across the University and with other researchers undertaking similar projects the world over. On our website you can find information about research interests and opportunities in our faculties and schools, potential supervisors and research projects. www.auckland.ac.nz/researchinterests

Frequently asked questions
Q: What should I do if I want to do postgraduate study in a subject different to the one I studied in my undergraduate degree? A: Talk to the postgraduate adviser in the department you would like to study in. They will be able to recommend possible pathways and will tailor their advice to your individual circumstances. Q: How do I find out about the courses I need to take for my taught postgraduate programme? A: At postgraduate level, you should always discuss your course choices with your department’s postgraduate adviser prior to enrolling. Once you’ve been offered a place in a programme, and have accepted the offer, you’ll be provided with more information about how your enrolment will proceed. Q: What if I’ve already completed parts of a qualification elsewhere? A: It is unusual to receive credit for postgraduate courses taken at another tertiary institution unless you had prior approval for an exchange or study abroad enrolment.

Information about University research
Postgraduate research is a cornerstone of The University of Auckland. In each of our faculties and research institutes, we offer the chance to work with international leaders in their field – all in a supportive, world-class environment. www.auckland.ac.nz/postgradresearch www.auckland.ac.nz/postgrad-facultyspecific-research

Sign up for the postgraduate newsletter for the latest student stories and programme information at The University of Auckland. www.auckland.ac.nz/pg-newsletter

AskAuckland

Do you have questions about postgraduate study? Find the answers on AskAuckland. Visit www.askauckland.ac.nz

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Martina Simone Kopf
Martina Simone Kopf, Doctor of Education (EdD) student, pictured with her supervisor, Constanza Tolosa, enjoys the challenge of juggling study and work and the immediate connection between the two. Martina says her daily work as a teacher has been enhanced immensely, as everything she learns through the EdD is important to her day-to-day teaching. “My area of study is language learning through technology and specifically computer-mediated communication. My research project focuses on whether the use of tools such as SkypeTM enhance secondary school students’ language learning and reduce speaking anxiety. I hope my research will enable students to communicate more willingly and proficiently in a foreign language. “I have been teaching for a few years and felt ready for the next academic challenge. I want to extend my knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of my own teaching practice. “I felt that The University of Auckland was right for me due to its relaxed yet dynamic atmosphere. Everyone is very approachable and collaboration is actively encouraged. The University focuses on the importance of networking and sharing knowledge on a global basis with other universities and researchers.”

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Undertaking postgraduate research
Our talented postgraduate students have the opportunity to work alongside internationally respected researchers on projects of global significance. In return, our top researchers have the advantage of including eager and talented young scholars in their teams.
(APRU) – international consortia of research-led universities that cooperate to achieve high-quality education and research. • We have formal agreements with 170 universities in 39 countries including top universities in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States; and our rich global networks extend much further through the extensive research collaborations of our staff and research teams. • International funding we received for our research totalled more than $33 million in 2009, from bodies that included the European Commission, National Institutes of Health (United States), National Institute of Drug Abuse (US), National Science Foundation (US) and Human Frontier Science Program (US), as well as from commercial sources. • We have strong collaborations with leading universities in China – including initiatives such as the New Zealand Centre established at Peking University and a Confucius Institute based at The University of Auckland, founded jointly with Fudan University and the Chinese Government. Our notable strength in interdisciplinary research allows us to play a highly influential role in international projects addressing globally significant research questions. • The high proportion of talented academics who have joined our staff from overseas contributes to our placement among the world’s leading universities in the international rankings.

The University of Auckland Our researchers*
Academic staff Postgraduate students Doctoral students International doctoral students *2011 data. *Number excludes casual staff. 3,505** 10,323 2,177 698

innovation potential, through enterprises such as The ICEHOUSE, a business incubator founded by the University with corporate partners, and through highlysuccessful student-led initiatives such as Spark and Chiasma, created to encourage entrepreneurship and to forge links between the University and industry. • We are the largest provider of degree education for Māori and Pacific communities, offering a major forum for cross-cultural exchange and for boosting the public profile of Māori and Pacific achievements. • The University attracts the world’s top minds to New Zealand - as staff, students, guests and visitors - and many of the nation’s “home grown” best brains feel they are able to stay in New Zealand, or to return, thanks to our research activities and facilities. *This is based on an update to the 2006 NZIER report to take account of 2009 expenditure and student numbers.

Making a difference at home
Our contribution to the Auckland economy is estimated at $5.2 billion per annum*, and the University generates more than $200 million in research revenue each year. • Our prowess in teaching is reflected in our success at the annual National Tertiary Teaching Excellence Awards: since their inception in 2002, at least one (four in 2011 including the Prime Ministers’ Supreme Award) of these awards has been won by staff of The University of Auckland. • As the largest graduate school in the country, we play a major part in developing the specialised knowledge needed for commercial and industrial development. We also play an essential role in training our future leaders, with our alumni making vital contributions in many of the most influential roles in the country, such as that of Governor General and Chief Justice. • We are leading players in developing the nation’s knowledge economy and

Find out more
Postgraduate research: www.auckland.ac.nz/postgradresearch University research by faculty and institute: www.auckland.ac.nz/postgrad-faculty-specificresearch Finding your research passion www.auckland.ac.nz/researchinterests Our researchers on YouTube: www.youtube.com/researchworkswonders The University of Auckland Research Office: www.research.auckland.ac.nz
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Becoming a player on the international stage
With our strong and active global connections, we play a vibrant part in the world of cutting-edge international research. • We are members of Universitas 21, the Worldwide Universities Network and the Association of Pacific Rim Universities

Enhancing your career potential
Whether you want to prepare yourself for a career in academia, develop your research portfolio or learn new professional skills, postgraduate study helps you stand out from the crowd.
Whatever your motivation, a postgraduate taught qualification will provide you with the chance to: • Explore new and emerging fields of study. • Acquire further specialist knowledge and theory. • Gain advanced knowledge of professional practice (depending on your programme). A postgraduate research qualification will give you the opportunity to: • Demonstrate mastery of specialist knowledge and theory. • Define and manage a research project. • Undertake original research and practice. Studying for your postgraduate degree at The University of Auckland allows you to: • Study in New Zealand’s largest city. • Be at the centre of the country’s retail and commercial activities. • Take advantage of the University’s international partnerships. Want to know what our graduates are up to? Read their profiles at www.alumni. auckland.ac.nz/uoa/af-alumni-profiles or check out our grad map at www.makeyourmark.ac.nz/graduate-stories module provides numerous networking and professional development opportunities for those doctoral students with the drive and commitment to aim for a career in academia.

Learn new skills
To augment and enhance the skills and knowledge you receive as a postgraduate student, the University provides skills programmes to help you succeed. • The Doctoral Skills Programme offers a variety of courses and individual consultations to help develop academic and professional skills and to help with career planning and professional development. See pg. 16 or www.auckland.ac.nz/ doctoralskills • The Doctoral Academic Career Module: As the first of its kind in New Zealand, this module aims to provide insight for doctoral students into what it means to be an academic in the 21st century and how this can be achieved. With an emphasis on leadership in academia, teaching in practice, research and professionalism, the

Utilise our Careers Service
While you are a postgraduate at The University of Auckland (and for two years after you complete), you can access our comprehensive range of careers services free of charge. • The University Careers Service “career planning” website www.auckland.ac.nz/ careerplanning is the first stop for a range of career information and online tools. Find out how to write your CV or access Auckland CareerHub to look for graduate jobs and opportunities. • Make an appointment for an individual consultation with a specialist consultant to discuss any aspect of your career development (future direction, job seeking, skill identification and CV writing, interview skills and practice). • Book in for targeted doctoral workshops as part of the Doctoral Skills Programme and general careers workshops for postgraduate students. • Come to our careers fairs and events and learn about employers and work opportunities. www.auckland.ac.nz/careerplanning

Tin Ma Ma Oo Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Science student, Tin Ma Ma Oo, was fascinated by her undergraduate Political Science courses and with a refugee background, she was drawn to research Burmese refugee youth development in New Zealand. “Political Science allows you to think outside the box, to come up with plans and strategies to be able to help people in need. My dream career is working for the UNHCR or the UNDP with third-world refugees. I am after career satisfaction in helping humanity, and this subject will equip me to get where I want to be. “I’ve had a great time at the University. My lecturers and the environment are great and the facilities are excellent. There are heaps of clubs and societies that students can join and have fun, including leadership and politics clubs, which really motivate you to be active!”

Conference funding: PReSS accounts
Thanks to the PReSS accounts, doctoral students can spend up to $1,200 per annum, to a maximum of $4,800 over the four year period of their registration (or until the first submission) on conference travel, including related costs such as fares, accommodation and registration fees. PReSS accounts can also be used for travel related to fieldtrips. For more information, see pg. 15 or go to www.auckland.ac.nz/ press-accounts

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Take advantage of our international partnerships and programmes
Our partnerships with leading research-led universities around the world open up a range of opportunities for our students to interact with their counterparts for collaborative programme development, benchmarking and transferring knowledge about innovative teaching methods and content. The University of Auckland has more than 100 Memoranda of Understanding with research institutions around the world, including top universities in Australia, Canada, China, Germany, Japan, Sweden, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Universitas 21 (U21)
Universitas 21 is an international association of comprehensive, research-intensive universities in 15 countries. The aim of U21 is to facilitate interchange between members. It provides a framework for international collaboration, capitalising on the established reputation and operational reach of each of its members. The University of Auckland is the only university in New Zealand with membership of U21.

Find out more at www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/ worldwide-universities-network-1

China Scholarship Council (CSC) China to New Zealand
Top Chinese PhD students can study at The University of Auckland through a scholarship programme developed in collaboration with the China Scholarship Council (CSC). Students who receive a scholarship are given a living allowance by the Chinese Government for the term of the scholarship, return airfare to New Zealand, student visa fees and the cost of Overseas Student Health Cover.

U21 Doctoral Student Mobility
This scholarship is available to support University of Auckland doctoral students who wish to undertake short-term visits and placements at other U21 institutions. The scholarship provides a return economy airfare and a stipend. Students may apply for up to three months’ funding.

New Zealand to China
The Confucius Institute in Auckland, in cooperation with China Scholarship Council (CSC) of China’s Ministry of Education, offers up to 10 full scholarships for Chinese language study in China each year. See www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/is-chinesescholarship-council-scholarships for more information.

360˚ Auckland Abroad
Auckland Abroad creates an opportunity for you to complete part of your University of Auckland degree overseas. You may participate through the student exchange programme, with a choice of more than 90 universities in 24 countries. Other options include field trips, short courses or internships. The countries to which you can go on a one or two-semester exchange currently include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Iceland, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, The Netherlands, New Caledonia, Norway, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan and the United States.

U21 Graduate Research Conference (GRC)
The U21 Graduate Research Conference gives postgraduate students the opportunity to study, network and live together for a week, developing research partnerships and international friendships that will be of great importance for their future academic careers. Thirty-five graduate students from fourteen U21 universities across ten countries attended the 2011 conference on food, which was held at the University of Nottingham, Malaysia Campus.

Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU)
Established in 1997, the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) is a consortium of 42 leading research universities in the Pacific Rim. APRU aims to promote scientific, educational and cultural dialogue and collaboration among Pacific Rim economies. A number of opportunities exist for students, including participation in the annual APRU doctoral research conference and research symposia.

U21 joint PhD agreement
U21 signed a Memorandum of Understanding to launch a unique PhD programme that enables doctoral students to embark on joint degrees to enhance their research and employment opportunities on an international scale. Students interested in this programme must discuss it with their supervisors before they enrol for a PhD. Joint PhDs may take several months to organise.

APRU Doctoral Students’ Conference
This international programme aims to nurture and support doctoral students in their professional aspirations in academia. The Doctoral Students’ Conference enhances the international experience of doctoral students by providing both network opportunities and a supportive venue for constructive peer critique of ongoing research efforts. Learn more at: www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/apru

Worldwide Universities Network (WUN)
The Worldwide Universities Network comprises 18 research-intensive institutions spanning five continents. The WUN creates new, multilateral opportunities for international collaboration in research and graduate education. Many of WUN’s initiatives encourage the participation of postgraduates through mentoring, organised activities targeting early-stage researchers or by providing postgraduates with the tools to establish their own networks in a virtual environment.

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Nigel Stone
Nigel Stone, a Master of Laws in Corporate and Commercial Law student, appreciates the support given to him by his tutors and the informal support of other students. “I also like the number of international students in the Master of Laws courses. Their presence results in a deeper reflection from those of us from New Zealand vis-à-vis what the law in New Zealand should be. “I chose The University of Auckland to pursue my masters because of the quality of the courses offered and the importance of academic qualifications professionally. The quality of the teaching is what has impressed me the most and the availability of library materials. The extent of the information available online was also quite impressive and was a step well beyond what was available during my undergraduate days.”

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Participating in University events
There are many events across the University for both prospective and current postgraduate students. From hour-long presentations from faculties about postgraduate study to the three-minute “Thesis Idol” presentations by our postgraduates, all events at The University of Auckland can expose you to the plethora of learning, research and cultural opportunities.
For prospective students
Events at The University of Auckland are a great way to meet academic and professional staff and current students to discuss your postgraduate study and career options in detail. Our postgraduate events are well known in the student and professional community and attract over 2,000 people each year.

Once you’re enrolled

Postgraduate Orientation
General Orientation: 26 February - 1 March 2013 International Orientation: 25 February and 16 July 2013
Postgraduate Orientation provides an introduction to all of the facilities and support services available for postgraduate students to help them achieve success. Along with social events, this is also an opportunity to meet new and current postgraduate students, building networks to support you throughout your studies. Whether you are new to the University or simply new to postgraduate study, Postgraduate Orientation is a not to be missed event. More information can be found at www.auckland.ac.nz/orientation

dance or a cutting-edge area that no one’s heard of yet, Exposure gives postgraduate students a chance to shine. Students can enter in a range of categories including oral presentation and poster competitions. The winners and two runners up from each category receive generous cash prizes. All events are open to members of the public to attend. www.auckland.ac.nz/exposure

Postgraduate Fair
30-31 May 2012
Join us at the inaugural Postgraduate Fair to discover the range of high-quality postgraduate study options available at The University of Auckland. Attend mini lectures, meet with key academics, staff and current students, learn about scholarships and funding, find out about admission and application procedures and check out the departmental displays. If you are considering furthering your education and developing your career prospects with postgraduate study, start here. The full programme of events will be available online from 2 April at www.auckland.ac.nz/ pgfair

Doctoral Morning Teas
Third Thursday of each month, February–November
The Doctoral Morning Tea sessions provide an opportunity for doctoral students to meet in an informal environment and talk about the life of a doctoral student. Each month there is a guest speaker who provides an insight into useful tips and techniques for studying a doctorate. This event is held in iSPACE, Level 4, Kate Edger Information Commons.

Three Minute Thesis
The Three Minute Thesis Competition is run in universities worldwide. Students are given just three minutes in which to explain the gist of their theses. One PowerPoint slide is permitted as a visual aid. The University of Auckland’s presentations are assessed by a panel of judges (including faculty academics and communications experts) and are evaluated on the quality of the presenter’s communication skills and the audience’s comprehension and engagement. Along with generous prize packages for the placing competitors, in 2011, the winner of the University’s competition was flown to Perth to compete in the Trans-Tasman finals. The 2012 Trans-Tasman finals are due to be hosted by The University of Queensland. www.auckland.ac.nz/3minutethesis

Spark
Spark is a student-led initiative. Supported by free educational seminars and workshops, Spark’s Ideas Challenge encourages those with a business idea to test its potential, while the $100k Challenge involves writing and presenting a full business plan for a business venture. Now in its tenth year, Spark has helped establish over 70 ventures that have raised over $85 million in funding and have created more than 200 jobs. In addition, four past Spark Committee members have received the illustrious Fulbright Platinum Scholarship worth US$100,000 to study MBAs at top schools in the US. www.spark.auckland.ac.nz

Postgraduate Information Evenings
Hamilton, Wellington and Dunedin 6-9 August 2012
For those living out of Auckland, the University holds free postgraduate information sessions across the country in early August. Find out about the University’s coursework and research programmes, scholarships, professional development and careers, admission and application procedures. For more information visit www.postgraduate.ac.nz Free event – registration essential

Exposure Postgraduate Research Exposition
Exposure is an opportunity for postgraduate research students to showcase their work to a wider audience and to gain public recognition for their research. The exposition focuses on the student’s ability to explain his/her research to a lay person. So whether they’re researching cellular processes, eco business, storytelling through

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Sarah McDonald
Sarah McDonald, a Master of Science in Wine Science student, is pictured here with her supervisor, Randy Weaver. Her research is investigating the effect of micro-oxygenation and glutathione on reductive aromas in Hawkes Bay Syrah. “I chose The University of Auckland because it is the most reputable tertiary education provider in New Zealand. I want to become a winemaker in a small-medium sized New Zealand winery and the masters will give me an edge when it comes to applying for jobs – there are a lot of people interested in the wine industry and a limited number of jobs. “We are lucky to have access to great lecturers from varying disciplines within the wine industry such as Randy Weaver, who has been a winemaker for many years in both New Zealand and the US; Associate Professor Paul Kilmartin, who is involved in several projects in the field of wine chemistry; and Gerard Logan, who has a viticulture background. “There are opportunities to get involved in wine-related activities, including stewarding or wine judging at national wine competitions; field trips to wineries; wine challenge events; harvesting grapes at the University’s vineyard and helping out with micro-vinification projects in the University winery.”

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Funding your studies
The University of Auckland believes in investing in our postgraduate students - that’s why we offer postgraduate scholarships, awards and prizes to a total value of around $23 million each year. It pays to investigate funding possibilities as early as possible, so you know what you may be eligible for and when applications are due. Other options also exist to help you meet the costs of your study. Scholarships
The University of Auckland has a range of postgraduate scholarships, awards and bursaries including: may be extended by a further six months on application. Under a New Zealand government scheme, new international PhD students who reside in New Zealand during their doctoral study will pay the same annual tuition fees as New Zealand students (2012 fees: NZ$5,782; US$4,726* per annum). www.auckland.ac.nz/pg-internationaltuition-fees
*Exchange rate as at January 2012: NZ$1 = US$0.81.

Postgraduate scholarships
University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarships Masters/Honours/Postgraduate Diploma Scholarships Mäori and Pacific Graduate Scholarships (Masters/Honours/Postgraduate Diplomas) Universitas 21 Doctoral Mobility Scholarships Universitas 21 Joint PhD Programme Scholarships Health Research Doctoral Scholarships Senior Health Research Scholarships Various subject-specific scholarships In addition, $2 million is granted each year in Summer Scholarships (offered by individual faculties), which provide financial support to high-achieving students to work on research projects with leading academics over the summer months. Scholarships are generally awarded on academic merit. For example, as a highachieving student you could apply for a University of Auckland Masters/Honours/ Postgraduate Diploma Scholarship, which offers $10,000 per annum towards your living expenses, plus the cost of your compulsory fees. However, many scholarships also make provisions for additional criteria (such as ethnicity, gender or financial hardship). In addition to administering The University of Auckland’s scholarships, our Scholarships Office provides access to a comprehensive database of external scholarships to give you information about the widest range of funding providers. For detailed scholarship information, including criteria, closing dates and application forms, visit www.auckland.ac.nz/scholarships

(particularly for scholarship or international students), so you need to check any conditions that may apply. International students enrolled in fulltime study may apply to work up to 20 hours per week. If you are working outside of the University to finance your study, it’s important that you discuss your work commitments with your department’s postgraduate adviser or your supervisor to ensure you can balance your workload realistically.

Living in Auckland
Auckland is considerably more affordable than many other world cities. Auckland is ranked 3rd of 221 global cities for quality of living.** As a guide, you will need to allow NZ $20,000–$25,000 per year (about $380–$480 per week) to cover your living costs, including accommodation, food and transport, but excluding your tuition fees and related study costs (see www.auckland.ac.nz/international/ living-costs).
**Mercer Quality of Living Survey 2011.

PReSS accounts
If you’re a doctoral student undertaking supervised research, you’re automatically entitled to research support funding through a University PReSS account for up to four years. You can use the money for things such as attending conferences, research-related travel and accommodation costs, photocopying and printing. For more information, see pg. 11 or email [email protected]

Student loans and allowances
Student loans and allowances are administered by StudyLink, a service of the Ministry of Social Development. New Zealand citizens and permanent residents may be eligible for financial assistance to support them during their studies. The best way to find out what you might be eligible for is to go to the StudyLink website www.studylink.govt.nz and use the tool called “what you can get”. For further information and publications, or to apply for student loan or student allowance, call StudyLink on 0800 88 99 00, or apply online at www.studylink.govt.nz

Employment during study
Advanced postgraduate students are often employed as paid tutors, laboratory demonstrators or teaching assistants for undergraduate courses. Tutoring is a great way to gain valuable professional and teaching experience during your masters or PhD study. Other opportunities include part-time research assisting, administrative duties or library work. There may be limits on allowable work hours

Doctoral scholarships and support funding
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Utilising student services and support
When you embark on the challenge of postgraduate study, it’s important to feel confident that you have the support you need to succeed. Our extensive range of student services ensures that help is readily available; we can assist you with everything from research skills to career planning. School of Graduate Studies
The School of Graduate Studies has overall responsibility for the development and oversight of policies and procedures for graduate programmes, for the promotion of graduate study and advocacy for graduate students. You can access the information and advice they offer in person by dropping in to the Graduate Centre in the East Wing of the ClockTower. The range of services offered includes dedicated postgraduate advisers to assist with doctoral enquiries from prospective and current students, examination processes, thesis submission as well as PReSS account enquiries. In addition, there is a comprehensive selection of University publications available with information specific to postgraduate study. The School of Graduate Studies also coordinates a range of events for postgraduate students throughout the year. More information on these events can be found on pg. 13 or at: www.auckland.ac.nz/postgradevents www.auckland.ac.nz/school-of-graduate-studies

Alumni Relations
Offering many opportunities to network with fellow University of Auckland graduates and remain part of the University community after you have graduated, Alumni Relations puts you in touch with a community of more than 142,000 people. Visit the Alumni and Friends website at www.alumni.auckland.ac.nz for more information about the benefits and services available to you, or email [email protected].

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Access anytime to world-class collections of electronic resources, including the Library catalogue, databases, electronic journals and electronic books. Research consultations with specialist subject librarians to make the most of the Library’s extensive resources, receive assistance with search techniques, and find primary and secondary resources at other libraries in New Zealand and overseas. Tours and hands-on workshops specifically tailored to the needs of postgraduate and research students. IC Helpdesks to provide support for student computing resources and services including; NetID and password, EC Mail, internet access, the wireless network and student file storage. More than 4,500 study spaces. Computer workstations with access to email, the internet, Microsoft Office and a variety of other software. Laptops for short term loan and access to printers, scanners and photocopiers.

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University Library and Information Commons
The University of Auckland Library is the most extensive university library system in New Zealand and a national leader in the provision and development of digital resources. It covers 5 campuses and includes 14 libraries, 3 with information commons facilities, and the separately located Kate Edger Information Commons. The Library and Information Commons offer: • Large collections of print, multimedia and microtext materials, including unique manuscript and archive collections.

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Postgraduate Students’ Association (PGSA)
The PGSA aims to make postgraduate life more enriching and fulfilling, and is the political voice of postgraduate students (along with AUSA) within the University and the community. The PGSA hosts social and academic events, produces a newsletter and acts as a representative for postgraduate students on various boards and committees at the University. Membership is free and entitles you to discounts at the café in Strata and access to the postgraduate commons, both situated at Level 4 of the Kate Edger Information Commons. For membership details see www. pgsa.org.nz The PGSA also hosts Exposure, an annual research exposition, organised with the School of Graduate Studies. See pg. 13 for more information. To learn more about its work, have your say about University issues and receive the latest info about events and travel grants, you can also join its Facebook group (PGSA University of Auckland) or follow the PGSA on twitter (http://twitter.com/uoapgsa).

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Doctoral Skills Programme
Organised by Student Learning, the Library, the School of Graduate Studies and the Centre for Academic Development, the Doctoral Skills Programme offers you the opportunity to improve your skills in study, organisation and self-management. You need these skills to complete a major research project.

The structure of the programme
The Doctoral Skills Programme has three major elements: 1. Induction day This day is compulsory for newly-enrolled doctoral students. Students who have taken part in the induction days have found them an excellent introduction to resources relating to doctoral skills. Induction days are a means of comparing research, writing and study experiences with other postgraduate students undertaking doctorates. 2. Core courses These courses cover key aspects of doctoral study, professional development and employability. 3. Additional courses These courses provide further opportunities to explore issues related to specific interests or needs. www.auckland.ac.nz/doctoral_skills

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Study space
In addition to the plentiful general study spaces, Strata (the postgraduate students’ commons) has a quiet study/meeting space reserved for postgraduate students. Many faculties, schools and departments also offer dedicated postgraduate workstations or research facilities - for example, the Arts Graduate Study Centre provides computers and study space specifically for postgraduate students in Arts. Check your faculty website for details, or request more information from the postgraduate adviser in your department.

Peter Bargh Peter Bargh, pictured with Head of the School of Theology, Professor Elaine Wainwright, has recently completed a Bachelor of Theology (Honours) at the University and is about to further his research in Christianity in the context of Aotearoa New Zealand with a Master of Theology. “The University of Auckland is a great place to study and the School of Theology has been a very nurturing environment for me; so to continue studying here makes sense. The masters programme gives good scope to do a solid piece of research and with the emphasis on contextual work, it is the natural place to seek to do research about the Anglican Church in this part of the world. “I enjoy the opportunity to tutor and lecture, as well as learning from a great supervisor and some world-class lecturers. I have also been able to meet, network and learn from colleagues, staff and students across the University and globally.”

Personal support

Māori and Pacific student support
Waipapa Marae provides a home-base for Māori students on campus and is used for teaching, learning and other student activities such as kapa haka. The Fale Pasifika on Wynyard Street houses the Centre for Pacific Studies, and provides a space for discussion and support. Student Learning (Tā te akonga) aims to facilitate successful transitions to University and postgraduate study. Te Fale Pou Awhina programme is coordinated by a team of energetic Māori and Pasifika University tutors, providing a friendly and professional service within an environment based on kaupapa Māori and Pasifika principles. Tutors assist students with their studies by offering workshops, study groups and individual tutoring. All faculties offer academic enhancement programmes (Tuākana) for Māori and Pacific students, providing academic mentoring and pastoral support. Māori and Pacific Equity Advisers ensure Māori and Pacific students receive all the assistance they need to succeed at University. Additionally, students can seek advice and support from the two Māori Student Officers from the Auckland University Students’ Association (AUSA) and the Student Officer from the Pacific Islands Students Association (AUPISA). www.auckland.ac.nz/maoristudents www.auckland.ac.nz/pacificstudents

The Centre for Academic Development - Student Learning (Tā te Ākonga)
Student Learning in the Centre for Academic Development assists the University’s postgraduate students – honours, masters and doctoral – to become more skilled and effective in their studies. Areas of academic skill taught through workshops and (as appropriate) individual tutoring by experienced academic staff include: • Strategies for successfully completing postgraduate coursework including writing reports and essays. • Self-management skills: time and workload management, motivation, dealing with stress and procrastination. • Research skills, including • Defining a topic and writing a research proposal • Presenting research • Conducting literature reviews • Research methods and data analysis • Using computers for research: Excel, Powerpoint, SPSS, nVivo, thesis layout and formatting. • English as an Additional Language: sentence structure, paragraph writing, academic style. • Exam strategies. Web: www.slc.auckland.ac.nz Email: [email protected] Phone: +64 9 923 8850

impairments such as dyslexia, impairment due to medical conditions, diagnosed mental health conditions, physical/mobility impairments and sensory impairments, so they can succeed and excel within the University. Solutions can be tailored to your needs to help make studying at the University an accessible and positive experience for you. www.auckland.ac.nz/disabilityservices

Childcare
The University Early Childhood Centres offer assistance with juggling childcare and study. There are eight campus early childhood centres that offer places for children of students. Bookings are essential as there can be a waiting list at each centre. For further information please phone +64 9 373 7599 ext 85894 or +64 9 923 5894. Two of the centres are Māori medium centres: Hineteiwaiwa Kohanga Reo on the City Campus and Te Puna Kohungahunga on the Epsom Campus. For further information about these centres, please contact: +64 9 623 8837. Parentspace (available at Tämaki and City Campuses) offers facilities for students with children under 16, such as study space, telephones, student/parent PCs and a place for you to relax. Bring your children with you when the need arises; toys and books are available for their entertainment. There is also a parents’ room in the General Library that allows you to research while your children play. www.auckland.ac.nz/childcare

International student support
A range of support services, workshops and activities are available on campus. International students can have their say via the International Student Representative on the International Committee and the AUSA Overseas Student Officer (see pg. 20-21). www.auckland.ac.nz/international

Health Services
Your ongoing health and well-being is key to your success while you study. University Health Services (UHS) is a diverse primary healthcare provider with practitioners who specialise in student needs. This professional service covers most aspects of primary healthcare, with dedicated doctors and nurses

Students with disabilities
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providing quality and affordable care while you focus on your studies. There are health centres on all four campuses. www.auckland.ac.nz/healthservices

for its members. To join, email t.biggs@ auckland.ac.nz There are also around 15 other cafés on campus, along with a great range of ethnic food outlets, from Indian to Turkish.

AUSA advocacy, welfare, education and representation
AUSA advocacy, welfare, education and representation provide a support network and service to students to help improve the quality of student life at The University of Auckland. They coordinate student representation and provide a range of advocacy support, including: face-to-face student advocacy; welfare, financial grants and a dedicated common room for student parents and their children; student representation at class, programme and university committee level; and action on wider education issues. www.ausa.org.nz

AUSA’s recreational clubs (130 in all) include badminton, canoeing, diving, cricket, martial arts, netball, rock and alpine, rugby, soccer, snowsports, tramping and yoga. To join a club, visit www.ausa.auckland.ac.nz and click “get involved”. AUSA/University teams regularly represent Auckland in a variety of sports at a number of national sports tournaments. To get involved in interfaculty sports tournaments visit www.universitysport.auckland.ac.nz

Sport and recreation
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in sport and recreation opportunities at the University. Our recreation centre offers indoor court space, a well-appointed gym with weights and cardio machines, group fitness classes, health and well-being advice and more. If sport is your thing then look to join one of the 30+ sports clubs on campus, or participate in the University-run inter-faculty sports competitions, team sports leagues, halls sports leagues or simply grab some mates and come along to one of our drop-in sessions and give badminton, volleyball, table tennis, basketball and indoor cricket a go. Check out www.universitysport.auckland. ac.nz to find out more and get involved.

Music and culture
You can often enjoy free musical events in the City Campus Quad. 95bFM broadcasts from the City Campus, providing news, views, music, gig guides and an accommodation guide. Visit www.95bfm.com for live streaming or to volunteer. Visit the Gus Fisher Gallery to see work by established New Zealand and international artists or try the George Fraser Gallery for a taste of the talent at Elam School of Fine Arts. The Maidment Theatre on the City Campus hosts a range of professional theatre productions, while The Musgrove Studio Theatre houses alternative theatre. Drama students present frequent productions in the Drama Studio. Details of music concerts, dance performances and art exhibitions produced by the National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries can be found at www.creative.auckland.ac.nz, where you can sign up to receive regular updates. For more information, visit www.auckland.ac.nz/life-at-auckland

Recreation and entertainment

Cafés and bars
Strata, the postgraduate area on the fourth floor of the Kate Edger Information Commons, has a café and bar – with a balcony that looks out over the City Campus. The postgraduate commons also feature a large quiet study area. The PGSA hosts a number of postgraduate functions at Strata throughout the year. Doctoral students are welcome to join the Staff Common Room Club at Old Government House, corner of Princes Street and Waterloo Quadrant. Primarily a social club, the SCR operates a bar and organises social functions

UniGuides
The UniGuides programme is a free service for new students at the University. Your UniGuide will give you useful tips on starting university and take you around the campus to introduce you to our support services. The programme runs in the first six weeks of Semester One. We encourage you to register for a UniGuide today. www.auckland.ac.nz/uniguide

Teresa Pau Master of Audiology student Teresa Pau, pictured here with her supervisor, Grant Searchfield, is investigating the relationship between the expression of potassium transport channels in the aging cochlea and its relevance to age-related hearing loss (presbyacussis). She hopes to work with children and adults with hearing loss (and related conditions), improving their quality of life by enhancing their ability to discriminate speech and communicate in everyday life. “There is an excellent mixture of clinical and research-focused study in this programme. I love that no two days are the same! Every day you learn something new or have to practice a new skill. We have a great group of mentors guiding us through this programme. Everyone has so much knowledge about their field; there is never a shortage of advice and ideas. “The clinical resources available for students are outstanding. We have our own ‘student clinics’ where we get hands-on experience with real patients under the supervision of our tutors. This is such a valuable learning experience. The sense of happiness you feel when you hear of the positive difference you’ve made to a patient’s life is so rewarding.”

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Finding accommodation
As a postgraduate student, you need a living environment that allows you to focus on your studies, while enjoying all the social and recreational opportunities that the University and city of Auckland have to offer.
We can help you find privately-managed accommodation near the campus and we offer limited University-managed accommodation options for postgraduate students in both catered and self-catered accommodation. If you opt for private accommodation, we can arrange temporary accommodation for you when you arrive to give you time to find a place that meets your requirements.

University-managed accommodation
Furnished, self-catered options Park Road Student Flats
This residence is exclusively for postgraduate students. It offers 22 comfortable single bedsit rooms and six double rooms for couples, each with its own bathroom.

Private accommodation
Apart from privately-managed student accommodation facilities, there is a wide choice of apartments and flats in Auckland. The University is located close to the city’s central business district and is served well by buses from all areas. Please note that we do not inspect or guarantee the quality or availability of private accommodation.

Contact Accommodation Solutions
Come and see us, call or email us for assistance. We will be pleased to: • Provide you with comprehensive information about renting in Auckland, including rental agents, useful websites, tenancy requirements, bus timetables, maps, school information and more. • Recommend and help you find other accommodation options. • Help you find a suitable home in the suburbs close to shops and schools and a short bus ride away from the campus. • Assist you with finding temporary accommodation to allow you the time to find a suitable place to live. Please let us know what your accommodation requirements are so that we can provide you with details of possible suitable options for you to consider. Accommodation Solutions Old Choral Hall, Alfred Street Phone: +64 9 373 7599 ext 81179 0800 864467/0800 UNIHOST Fax: +64 9 373 7552 Email: [email protected] for a copy of our Accommodation Guide. www.accommodation.auckland.ac.nz Become a fan on Facebook: www.facebook.com/uoa.accommodation

Parnell Student Village
Parnell Student Village houses postgraduate and senior undergraduate students. The 91 residents live in furnished, four, five or six-bedroom flats. Postgraduate students are generally housed together.

Renting
You can rent a house or a flat in a nearby suburb. You will need to sign a tenancy agreement with the landlord. Most homes and flats are unfurnished although a stove and oven will be provided.

Unfurnished, self-catered options The Royal
The Royal offers six one-bedroom or twobedroom self-contained apartments to postgraduate students with young families.

Homestays
In a homestay you live in a New Zealand family home where you will have a fully-furnished room. Your host will provide breakfast and dinner each weekday and three meals each day during the weekends. Note that most homestays are not usually located within walking distance of the University campuses and may be a bus ride away. We use a homestay agency for placements.

Halls of Residence
If you prefer a catered option, Grafton Hall and Huia Residence are located within easy walking distance of the City Campus. These Halls of Residence tend to have a large community of first-year residents, but postgraduate students are welcome.

How to apply
You can apply online for a place in a University-managed residence from 1 August 2012 at www.accommodation.auckland.ac.nz Comprehensive details are on our website.

Flatting
Share a house or flat with other students. You are responsible for paying the rent, electricity, gas, insurance, water, garden maintenance and phone charges, according to the details in your tenancy agreement. You will need to provide basic furniture like a bed and a desk.

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Arriving from abroad
The University of Auckland warmly welcomes students from all over the world. Studying with us offers you a wonderful opportunity to gain an internationally recognised qualification in a stimulating environment. Our diverse student population includes over 4,200 international students from more than 100 countries, so you'll be part of a genuinely global academic community. Why study in New Zealand?
• As a safe and politically stable country with a high standard of living, New Zealand is an ideal place to enjoy your postgraduate study. • New Zealand enjoys a global reputation for technical innovation supported by its world-class education system and reputation for research excellence. • Education in New Zealand is not just about imparting knowledge, but also about generating new ideas and fostering independent thinking. • Studying at The University of Auckland, New Zealand’s leading university, will equip you for the global marketplace with an internationally recognised qualification. beginning of Semester One and Two for new international students. The international orientation programme is designed to give you all the information you need about the University and living in Auckland. In addition it’s a great opportunity to make new friends through a number of social and cultural activities, including a quiz night, pub night, barbecue and ethnic food evening. When you arrive, you can sign up for a Uniguide - a current student who can answer your questions and help you find your way around campus during your first few weeks. For more information visit www.auckland.ac.nz/international_orientation

Pastoral care for international students
Our international student advisers can help if you need to talk to someone about any difficulties. They offer a free, confidential service to help you sort out issues related to your studies, accommodation, health, money, work, immigration or adjusting to life in New Zealand. For more information see www.auckland.ac.nz/internationalstudentadvisers

Benefits of studying for a PhD in New Zealand
• Under a New Zealand Government scheme, new international PhD students who reside in New Zealand during their doctoral study will pay the same annual tuition fees as New Zealand students (NZ$5,782; US$4,726* per annum). • Dependent children will also be classified as domestic students in New Zealand primary and secondary schools. • Your spouse or partner will be able to apply for an open work visa valid for the duration of your course of study. • On completion of your PhD, you can apply for a one-year Graduate Job Search visa through Immigration New Zealand. • If you are able to find a suitable job in your chosen field, you can apply for a two-year work visa. • During that two-year work visa period, you are eligible to apply for permanent residency under the skilled migrant category, provided that you meet the points requirement set out by Immigration New Zealand (see www.immigration.govt.nz).
*Exchange rate as at January 2012: NZ$1 = US$0.81.

iSPACE
iSPACE is an area in the Kate Edger Information Commons for international students to meet other students and attend activities. iSPACE is located on Level 4 of the Kate Edger Information Commons on the City Campus - see www.auckland.ac.nz/ispace

International scholarships
The University of Auckland administers scholarships that are on offer to international students wishing to pursue postgraduate study.

International postgraduate scholarships
The University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarship The University of Auckland Fulbright Scholarship Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship New Zealand Aid and Development Agency (NZAID) scholarships For more information on these and additional scholarships available to international students, including selection criteria, application forms and closing dates, visit www.auckland.ac.nz/io

Support for international students
As a postgraduate international student, you will have access to general support services The University of Auckland offers to its students. In addition, there are specialist support services to help you adjust to life in New Zealand and enjoy your studies at Auckland.

English language support
If English is not your first language, you will be required to provide proof of your English language proficiency to be accepted for postgraduate study (see pg. 39 for more information about English language requirements). The University provides plenty of support to help you further develop your academic English skills during your studies. DELNA (Diagnostic English Language Needs Assessment) is a free service that determines the level of English language support you will need to succeed in your studies (www.delna.auckland.ac.nz). Free services to improve your academic English skills, including language learning materials and help with academic writing, listening skills and pronunciation, are provided by English Language Enrichment (ELE) (www.cad.auckland.ac.nz/ele).

International Student Information Centre
The International Student Information Centre is the first point of contact for all international students. We can help with enquiries about studying and living in Auckland, immigration, health, work and other general matters. International students can also renew their student visa online at the centre. www.auckland.ac.nz/international-students-information-centre

International Orientation
International Office arranges an extensive orientation programme at the

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Workshops and individual consultations to help you develop necessary academic communication skills are provided by Student Learning (www.slc.auckland.ac.nz). You can also sign up for the LEX Language Exchange programme and practice your English with a fellow student.

costs while in New Zealand. You will need to apply for your visa before entering New Zealand. Full details on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and the necessary reporting requirements, are available through Immigration New Zealand, and can be viewed on its website at www.immigration.govt.nz
*For the purposes of your visa, fulltime study is defined as a minimum of 105 points per year or 60 points if your programme is for one semester only.

Part-time work while you study
If you are enrolled in fulltime study you may apply to work up to 20 hours per week for the duration of your programme of study. For up-to-date information on application procedures for obtaining any variation of the conditions of your student visa, please refer to www.immigration.govt.nz/study

Health and travel insurance
All international students are legally required to have appropriate health and travel insurance. The University of Auckland offers a scheme that meets these requirements. Enrolment will not be completed until you have provided proof of suitable cover. You will receive details with your letter of acceptance into the University. Refer to www.auckland.ac.nz/ intlstudent-insurance For help with your application, assistance with visas and insurance, or for more information about life and study in New Zealand, contact:

Careers assistance
Our careers consultants are professionally qualified in guidance, so you’re in good hands if you need help to identify your career options, plan your career, find a job or consider further study. You can attend workshops designed especially to assist international students to prepare for entry into the New Zealand job market. www.auckland.ac.nz/careerhelp

International Office
The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand Phone: +64 9 373 7513 Fax: +64 9 373 7405 Email: [email protected] www.auckland.ac.nz/international

Before you arrive in New Zealand
Immigration
You will need to apply for a student study visa to cover the period you intend to study in New Zealand. You must show evidence that you have been accepted into a fulltime programme*, that you have paid your first year’s tuition fees and that you have sufficient funds to cover your living

Helena Kaho Helena Kaho, a Master of Laws (LLM) student and recipient of a University of Auckland Māori and Pacific Postgraduate Scholarship, is researching the impact of criminal law on Pacific people. There is a dearth of research in this area, and Helena hopes her research will make a useful contribution to the field. “I enjoyed my time as an undergraduate and there were some aspects of the legal system that I wished I had time to investigate more thoroughly, postgraduate study has given me that opportunity. I also believe that gaining a postgraduate qualification in law will widen my career prospects. “I like the flexibility the LLM offers, which allows me to raise my four children and work fulltime whilst studying. I work with Pacific law students as the Pacific Academic Coordinator in the Faculty of Law, a job that fits well with my studies. “I have attended a Pacific postgrad writing retreat run by the Pacific Studies Department, events run by the PGSA and weekly postgrad workshops at Student Learning. I’d really recommend that anyone starting out with postgrad studies makes the most of all the support services on offer, and makes an effort to connect with other students. Time flies when you have support, and are surrounded by friends and acquaintances who are similarly driven.”

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Hemi Sean Reihana David
Hemi (James) Sean Reihana David, a Master of Arts in History student, has found working fulltime and studying offers him the rewarding balance of continuing his passion for his research whilst finding his feet in the workplace. James’ thesis topic is British Spy Novels during the period 1914-1939. “I absolutely love my subject. It is one of my true passions and I love the challenges that postgraduate study presents. I enjoy working closely with the staff in the department, these people are among the top scholars in their fields and getting the opportunity to work with them is absolutely great. “I have been involved with the Arts Equity programme and Tuākana. Both of these are really important parts of student life for Māori and Pacific students at The University of Auckland. “Having an MA from The University of Auckland was a real driving factor in my decision to pursue postgraduate study. I want to succeed in everything I do and I see this as a valuable addition to my skill set that will help me to achieve my goals.”

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About our programmes
Postgraduate study builds on the foundation laid during your undergraduate degree. You can choose to deepen your awareness of your general subject area, or focus on one particular area of your field to develop specialist knowledge and skills. You can make an active contribution to the world’s knowledge by undertaking an independent research project, such as a research paper or thesis.
Our wide range of programmes means you have plenty of study options - from single-year postgraduate diplomas to research-based degrees. into an approved topic and contributes significantly to knowledge and understanding or application of knowledge. Your thesis may include publications that you have written under supervision for this degree (sometimes called a PhD with publications) or, if you are enrolled in a creative arts or design discipline, you may be able to present a corpus of creative work for assessment with your written thesis (sometimes called a PhD with creative practice). The work submitted by PhD students is assessed by two examiners external to the University, appointed by the University’s Senate. In most cases this is followed by an oral examination of your thesis and your knowledge in the area, before the degree is awarded.

Bachelors (Honours) degrees
Honours degrees are designed to attract the best undergraduate students commencing graduate-level studies. An honours degree is usually worth a total of 120 points, completed in one year fulltime or two years part-time. In some disciplines, a bachelors (honours) degree or a postgraduate diploma is required as the first year of enrolment for a two-year programme leading to the award of a masters degree. Alternatively, if you perform well with a dissertation in your programme you may be given the opportunity to fast-track through to a doctoral degree programme.

Study Abroad Programme
If you are an international student who is studying at a recognised overseas institution, you can apply for our Study Abroad Programme. Complete one or two semesters of study with us, while earning credits towards your overseas qualification (www.auckland.ac.nz/studyabroad).

Postgraduate diplomas
A postgraduate diploma (PGDip) is a coherent programme of courses that builds on the knowledge gained in your major subject at undergraduate level. The PGDip is normally completed by coursework only, but may sometimes include a research project.

Academic integrity requirement
Subject to approval, The University of Auckland will introduce an academic integrity requirement in 2013 for undergraduate and postgraduate students admitted for the first time to a programme at the University.

Masters degrees
A masters degree allows you to build on your previous postgraduate study by increasing your knowledge in a specific subject area. Most masters programmes comprise 120 points following the completion of an honours degree or a postgraduate diploma, although in some cases you can enrol directly into a 240-point masters programme after completing a bachelors degree. Masters are usually offered as research or taught options, but not all masters programmes offer both options. • A research masters provides the opportunity to develop advanced research skills and to present findings in documented scholarly form (such as a thesis). Your research should make an independent contribution to learning or offer a critical perspective on existing scholarship or methodology. • A taught masters will provide you with advanced specialist training in your chosen field, and is completed by undertaking taught courses, often in combination with a dissertation or research project.

Doctoral degrees
The doctorate is an advanced degree, providing you with an appropriate qualification if you want to pursue an academic or research career. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is offered in all faculties; named doctorates are also offered in some faculties. Named doctorates are all doctorate degrees that are not Doctor of Philosophy or Higher Degrees. At The University of Auckland, our named doctorates are the Doctor of Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych), Doctor of Education (EdD), Doctor of Fine Arts (DFA), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Music (DMus) and Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA). The doctorate is directed by an appointed supervisor and usually takes three to four years of fulltime study to complete. For the PhD, you are required to prepare a substantial thesis that represents original research Lara Taylor Lara Taylor, a Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Environmental Management student, appreciates the passion that her lecturers bring to their subjects, which makes lectures interesting and inspiring. “I grew up in Auckland and know it is a great place to live and study. The University of Auckland has a great history and reputation. There is a broad array of topics under the geography umbrella, which has allowed me to broaden my knowledge in various areas.”

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Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

Faculty of Arts
Arts Taught programmes Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (BA(Hons)) Graduate Diploma in Arts (GradDipArts) Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (PGDipArts) Postgraduate Diploma in Language Teaching (PGDipLT) Postgraduate Diploma in Translation Studies (PGDipTranslationStud) Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Interpreting (PGCertAdvInterp) Master of Arts (MA) (One-year option) Master of Arts (MA) (Two-year option) Master of Public Policy (MPP) Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MTESOL) Research programmes Master of Arts (MA) (One-year option) Master of Arts (MA) (Two-year option) Master of Creative Writing (MCW) Master of Literature (MLitt) Master of Public Policy (MPP) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Theology Taught programmes Bachelor of Theology (Honours) (BTheol(Hons)) Graduate Diploma in Theology (GradDipTheol) Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (PGDipTheol) Research programmes Master of Theology (MTheol) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds) – International Relations and Human Rights / Language Teaching / Translation 120 1 year Yes 120 Thesis10 1 year 3-4 years Yes Yes 120 120 120 1 year 1 year 1 year Yes Yes Yes 120 240 120 120 120 Thesis
10

120 120 120 120 120 60 120 240 120 120

1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 semester 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 3-4 years

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes

For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Faculty of Arts at www.arts.auckland.ac.nz,

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes2 Yes Yes2 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Web-based distance programme. For some subjects only a research masters is available. For some subjects only a research masters is available. Admission requirements include a portfolio of creative writing. Early application closing date. For programmes in Translation and Interpreting a Semester Two start may be possible in exceptional cases. For programmes in Translation and Interpreting a Semester Two start may be possible in exceptional cases. For some subjects only a research masters is available. For some subjects only a research masters is available. Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty.

$6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $3,415 - $3,772 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $5,782

Begin at any time

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty.

$6,136 - $6,830 $6,831 $6,136 - $7,543 $6,136 - $7,543 $5,782 For Translation, a Semester Two start may be possible in exceptional cases. Find notes on page 35. **
Find notes on page 34.

Begin at any time Yes Yes

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Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

Business School
Taught programmes Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (BCom (Hons)) Bachelor of Property (Honours) (BProp (Hons)) Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (GradCertInnovEnt) Graduate Diploma in Innovation and Entrepreneurship (GradDipInnovEnt) Postgraduate Certificate in Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship (PGCertCE) Postgraduate Diploma in Commerce (PGDipCom) Postgraduate Diploma in Property (PGDipProp) Master of International Business (MIntBus) Master of Commerce (MCom) - Economics only Research programmes Master of Commerce (MCom) (One-year option) Master of Commerce (MCom) (Two-year option) Master of Commercialisation and Entrepreneurship (MCE) Master of Property (MProp) (One-year option) Master of Property (MProp) (Two-year option) Master of Taxation Studies (MTaxS)4 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Graduate School of Enterprise programmes Postgraduate Diploma in Business (PGDipBus)3,4 Master of Business Administration - MBA Auckland Pathway4 Master of Business Administration - MBA Executive Pathway Master of Management (MMgt) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise (PGDipBioEnt) Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research (PGDipOR) Master of Bioscience Enterprise (MBioEnt) Master of Engineering Management (MEMgt)
4 4

120 120 60 120 60 120 120 240 240 120 240 120 120 240 120 Thesis
10

1 year 1 year 1 semester 1 year Not applicable 1 year 1 year 18 months 2 years 1 year 2 years Not applicable 1 year 2 years 1 year 3-4 years

Yes Yes Yes Yes Part-time only Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Part-time only Yes Yes Yes Yes

120 120 240 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Not applicable 1 year 1 year

Part-time only Part-time only Part-time only Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Part-time only Yes Yes

Master of Health Management (MHealthMgt)4 Master of Operations Research (MOR) Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds)

For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Business School at www.business.auckland.ac.nz,

Graduate School of Enterprise Quarters 2013
Quarter One: Monday 7 January - Friday 15 March Quarter Two: Monday 8 April - Friday 14 June Quarter Three: Monday 1 July - Friday 6 September Quarter Four: Monday 23 September - Friday 29 November

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes2 Yes No No Yes2 Yes Business experience useful. Entry to second year is possible from BCom(Hons) or PGDipCom. Entry to second year is possible from BCom(Hons) or PGDipCom. Entry to second year is possible from BCom(Hons) or PGDipCom; 1 year taught + 1 year research. Entry to second year is possible from BProp(Hons) or PGDipProp. Entry to second year is possible from BProp(Hons) or PGDipProp; 1 year taught + 1 year research. Experience useful. Direct entry from coursework masters (eg, MBA) is not normally permitted unless a bridging programme is undertaken. Applicants should have appropriate work experience (www.gse.auckland.ac.nz). Applicants should have appropriate management experience (www.gse.auckland.ac.nz). Applicants should have appropriate management experience (www.gse.auckland.ac.nz). Start in Semester One subject to prerequisites and availability (www.gse.auckland.ac.nz). Yes2 Yes2 Yes2 Yes Yes Yes

$6,992 - $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $2,681 $5,362 - $6,640 $3,796 $6,992 - $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $14,844 - $24,227(Part II) $6,992 - $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $6,992 - $7,592 $14,844 $5,782

Start in quarter 1

Start in quarter 3

Start in quarter 1

Begin at any time

Taught in quarters Taught in quarters Taught in quarters Taught in semesters Yes Yes Yes Yes (part-time only) Yes No

$14,844 (Part I) $24,227 (Part II and lll) $39,071 (Part I,ll,and lll) $24,227 ** ** ** ** ** ** **
Find notes on page 34.

Taught in semesters and quarters Taught in semesters and quarters Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries
Architecture Taught programmes Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture (PGDipArch) Research programmes Master of Architecture (MArch) Master of Architecture (MArch) – Sustainable Design Master of Architecture (Professional) (MArch(Prof))6 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Dance Studies Taught programmes Bachelor of Dance Studies (Honours) (BDanceSt(Hons)) Postgraduate Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts (PGDipCPA) – Dance Studies Research programmes Master of Creative and Performing Arts (MCPA) – Dance Studies Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Fine Arts Research programmes Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) (BFA(Hons))5 Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts (PGDipFA) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Doctor of Fine Arts (DocFA) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Music Taught programmes Bachelor of Music (Honours) (BMus(Hons)) Graduate Diploma in Music (GradDipMus) Postgraduate Diploma in Creative and Performing Arts (PGDipCPA) – Sound Recording and Design Postgraduate Diploma in Music (PGDipMus) Research programmes Master of Creative and Performing Arts (MCPA) – Sound Recording and Design Master of Music (MMus) Doctor of Music (DMus) Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Planning Taught programmes Master of Urban Planning (MUrbPlan)6,7 Research programmes Master of Planning (MPlan) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Urban Design Taught programmes Master of Urban Design (MUrbDes) Research programmes Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Thesis10 3-4 years Yes For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the National Institute of Creative Arts and Industries at 120 1 year Yes 120 Thesis10 1 year 3-4 years Yes Yes 240 2 years Yes 120 120 360 360 Thesis10 1 year 1 year 3 years 3 years 3-4 years Yes Yes No11 Yes Yes 120 120 120 120 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Yes Yes Yes Yes 480 120 120 360 Thesis
10

120 120 120 240 Thesis10

1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years 3-4 years

Yes Yes Yes No Yes

120 120 120 Thesis
10

1 year 1 year 1 year 3-4 years

Yes Yes Yes Yes

1 year (Part IV only) 1 year 1 year 3-4 years 3-4 years

No Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes2 Yes2 Yes No
2

$6,245 - $6,920 $6,245 - $6,920 $6,245 - $6,920 Supplementary Application may be required, see www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate $6,245 - $6,920 $5,782

Begin at any time

Yes Yes Yes

No No Yes2

Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate

$7,548 $7,548 $6,938 - $7,548 $5,782

Begin at any time

Yes Yes Yes

No No No

Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate

$6,655 $6,655 $6,655 $5,782 $5,782

Begin at any time Begin at any time

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes2 Yes2 No Yes
2

Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty. Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate

$6,938 - $7,548 $7,548 $7,548 $7,548 $6,938 - $7,548 $6,830 - $7,548 $5,782 $5,782 $5,782

Yes2 Yes2

Begin at any time Begin at any time Begin at any time

Yes Yes

No Yes2 EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate

$7,543 - $8,400 $6,245 - $6,920 $5,782

Begin at any time

Yes

No

Supplementary Application required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/pg-supp-app EOI required www.creative.auckland.ac.nz/apply-doctorate

$7,543 - $8,400 $5,782
Find notes on page 34.

Begin at any time

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Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

Faculty of Education
Taught programmes Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Honours) (BEd(Tchg)(Hons)) Graduate Diploma in Education (GradDipEd) – General / Reading Recovery Graduate Diploma in TESSOL (GradDipTESSOL) Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Supervision (PGCertProfSup)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Theory (PGDipCounsTh) Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDipEd) – General / Literacy Education / Early Career Teaching Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Leadership (PGDipEdLd) Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Supervision (PGDipProfSup)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work (PGDipSW) Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching (Secondary Field-based) (PGDipTchg(SecFB))8 Master of Counselling (MCouns) (Year 1, taught; year 2, research) Master of Education (MEd) Master of Educational Leadership (MEdLd) Master of Social Work (MSW) (Year 1, taught; year 2, research) Master of Social Work (Professional) (MSW(Prof)) Research programmes Bachelor of Education (Teaching) (Honours) (BEd(Tchg)(Hons)) Master of Counselling (MCouns) (Year 1, taught; year 2, research) Master of Education (MEd) Master of Educational Leadership (MEdLd) Master of Social Work (MSW) (Year 1, taught; year 2, research) Master of Social Work (Professional) (MSW(Prof)) Doctor of Education (EdD) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCertAcadPrac)4 Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds) - Education 60 120 Not applicable 1 year Yes (part-time only) Yes 120 240 120 120 240 240 360 Thesis10 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 years 4 years 3-4 years Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (First two years part-time only) Yes
4

120 120 120 60 120 120 120 120 120 120 240 120 120 240 240

1 year 1 year Not applicable Not applicable 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Not applicable 2 years 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 years

Yes Yes 2 years (part- time only) Yes (part- time only) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 2 years Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Education options also exist within the programmes for BA(Hons) and MA. See Faculty of Arts. Social Work options also exist within the programmes for For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Faculty of Education

Faculty of Engineering
Taught programmes Graduate Diploma in Engineering (GradDipEng) Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Transportation) (GradDipEng (Transp)) Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering (PGCertEng) Postgraduate Certificate in Geothermal Energy Technology (PGCertGeothermTech) Postgraduate Certificate in Light Metals Reduction Technology (PGCertLMRTech) Master of Engineering Studies (MEngSt) Research programmes Master of Engineering (ME) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research (PGDipOR) Master of Operations Research (MOR) Master of Energy (MEnergy) Master of Engineering Management (MEMgt) 120 120 120 120 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Yes Yes Yes Yes 120 Thesis
10

120 120 60 60 60 120

1 year 1 year Not applicable 1 semester 1 semester 1 year 1 year 3-4 years

Yes Yes Yes (part-time only) No No Yes Yes Yes

For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Faculty of Engineering

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes tbc No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty. Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty.

$6,136 - $6,257 $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 $3,129 $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 ** $6,136 - $6,257 $6,257 tbc $6,136 - $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 ** $6,136 - $6,257 $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 $6,136 - $6,257 ** $6,136 - $6,257 $6,257 $5,782 $5,782 ** **

Begin at any time Yes Yes Yes Yes

PGDipHSc and MHSc. See Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. at www.education.auckland.ac.nz, [email protected], New Zealand: 0800 61 62 65; international: +64 9 923 1969 Find notes on page 34.

Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes

Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty. Graduate diplomas are not covered in this prospectus. Contact the faculty. Geothermal Institute programme. Extramural and site-based programme.

$8,400 $8,400 $4,200 $4,200 $14,040 $8,400 $7,848 - $8,400 $5,782 ** ** $7,848 - $8,400 **
Find notes on page 34. Find notes on page 35.
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Start dates vary check with adviser Start dates vary check with adviser Yes Yes Yes Yes

Beginning of any month Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

at www.engineering.auckland.ac.nz, [email protected], New Zealand: 0800 61 62 65; international: +64 9 923 1969

Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

Faculty of Law
Taught programmes Postgraduate Certificate in Law (PGCertLaw) Master of Laws (LLM) Master of Legal Studies (MLS) Research programmes Master of Laws (LLM) Master of Legal Studies (MLS) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds) - International Relations and Human Rights 120 1 year Yes For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Faculty of Law at www.law.auckland.ac.nz, 120 120 Thesis10 1 year 1 year 3-4 years Yes Yes Yes 60 120 120 1 semester 1 year 1 year Yes Yes Yes

Faculty of Science
Taught programmes Bachelor of Science (Honours) (BSc(Hons)) Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Psychology (PGDipAppPsych) Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology (PGDipClinPsych)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science (PGDipForensic) Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) Master of Science (MSc) (One-year option) Master of Science (MSc) (Two-year option) Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice (MSLTPrac) Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise (PGDipBioEnt) Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research (PGDipOR) Research programmes Master of Science (MSc) (One-year option) Master of Science (MSc) (Two-year option) Master of Bioscience Enterprise (MBioEnt) Master of Operations Research (MOR) Doctor of Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Postgraduate Diploma in Bioscience Enterprise (PGDipBioEnt) Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Research (PGDipOR) Master of Bioscience Enterprise (MBioEnt) Master of Operations Research (MOR) Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds) - Food Safety Master of Professional Studies (MProfStuds) Mathematics Education 120 120 120 120 120 120 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
4

120 120 240-360 120 120 120 240 240 120 120 120 240 120 120 360 Thesis10

1 year 1 year 2-3 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years 2 years 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 3 years 3-4 years

Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes

For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser contact the Faculty of Science at www.science.auckland.ac.nz,

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

$4,110 ** $6,992 - $8,220 ** $6,992 - $8,220 $5,782 **

Begin at any time Yes Yes

[email protected], New Zealand: 0800 61 62 65; international: +64 9 923 1969

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes No No No Yes Yes Yes No Yes (part-time only) Yes Yes Yes No Yes No

Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application required (refer to www.psych.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application required (refer to www.psych.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application required (refer to www.che.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application required (refer to www.psych.auckland.ac.nz).

$6,510 - $7,543 $7,543 $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,510 - $7,543 $6,510 - $7,543 $6,510 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 ** **

Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz). Supplementary application may be required by some departments (refer to www.science.auckland.ac.nz).

$6,510 - $7,543 $6,510 - $7,543 ** ** $5,782 $5,782 ** ** ** ** ** **
Find notes on page 34.

Begin at any time Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes (part-time only) Yes No Yes Yes

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Postgraduate (and graduate) programmes by faculty

Points Duration required (fulltime study)

Part-time study option1

Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
Taught programmes Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) (BHSc (Hons)) Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) (BNurs (Hons)) Diploma in Paediatrics (DipPaed) Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Education (PGCertClinEd)4 Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (PGCertClinPharm) Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHSc) Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Science (PGCertMedSc)4 Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health (PGCertPH) Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Education (PGDipClinEd)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (PGDipClinPharm) Postgraduate Diploma in Health Psychology (PGDipHealthPsych)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (PGDipHSc) Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Science (PGDipMedSc)4 Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology (PGDipObstMedGyn) Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health (PGDipPH) Master of Clinical Education (MClinEd) (One-year option)4 Master of Clinical Education (MClinEd) (Two-year option) Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) (One-year option) Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) (Two-year option) Master of Medical Science (MMedSc)
4 4,9 4

120 120 120 60 60 60 60 60 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 240 120 240 120 120 240 120 240 120 240 120 240 120 240 120 240 120 120 240 120 240 Thesis Thesis10 120 120
4,9

1 year 1 year 1 year 1 semester 1 year 1 semester 1 semester 1 semester 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 1 year 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 years 3-4 years 3-4 years No 1 year

Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Master of Nursing (MNurs)4 (One-year option) Master of Nursing (MNurs) (Two-year option) Master of Public Health (MPH) (One-year option) Master of Public Health (MPH) (Two-year option) Research programmes Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) (BMedSc (Hons)) Master of Audiology (MAud) Master of Clinical Education (MClinEd) (One-year option)4 Master of Clinical Education (MClinEd) (Two-year option) Master of Clinical Pharmacy (MClinPharm) (One-year option) Master of Clinical Pharmacy (MClinPharm) (Two-year option) Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) (One-year option) Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) (Two-year option) Master of Medical Science (MMedSc)4 Master of Nursing (MNurs) (One-year option)4 Master of Nursing (MNurs) (Two-year option) Master of Public Health (MPH) (One-year option) Master of Public Health (MPH) (Two-year option) Doctor of Medicine (MD) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Interfaculty degrees and diplomas Master of Health Management (MHealthMgt)4 Master of Science in Health Psychology (MSc)
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

For more information about these programmes or to find a postgraduate adviser, contact the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
Part-time study options are generally not available to international students on student visas. International students must be enrolled fulltime to meet the requirements of their student visa. Semester Two start may not be possible for all subjects/majors and only if places are available. The Postgraduate Diploma in Business is designed for working professionals seeking an in-depth knowledge of their chosen field and function, or for those who want to prepare for a new career direction or start their own business. For more details visit www.gse.auckland.ac.nz Programme is not usually available to international students. Available to qualifying students who have completed Parts I, II and III for the Bachelor of Fine Arts. It is not available to students who have already graduated with a BFA (these students may apply to the PGDipFA). Professional programmes accredited by the relevant professional body. From 2012 the MUrbPlan replaces the Master of Planning Practice (MPlanPrac). There will be no new admissions to the MPlanPrac; however, it will be available until 2017 to allow those currently enrolled in the degree to complete. This programme will be offered in 2013 subject to New Zealand Teachers Council approval. Contact the University for further information.

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Estimated annual tuition fees for domestic students NZ$*

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Pharmacy Council of New Zealand. Must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand.

$6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $4,538 $3,772 $3,772 $3,772 $3,772 $3,772 $7,543 $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $7,543 $7,543 $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,672 - $7,253 $6,672 - $7,253 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $6,938 - $7,543 $5,782 $5,782 ** **

Begin at any time Begin at any time Yes Yes Yes Yes

at www.fmhs.auckland.ac.nz, [email protected], New Zealand: 0800 61 62 65; international: +64 9 923 1969
9. This programme will be available in 2013, subject to Committee on University Academic Programmes approval. Contact the faculty for further information. 10. A candidate enrolled in a creative arts or design discipline, upon recommendation of the Academic Head and approval from the Board of Graduate Studies, may present a corpus of creative work for assessment with a written thesis, comprising an integrated whole. 11. After completing the initial two years of fulltime study a candidate may apply to senate, or its representative, for permission to continue as a part-time student. *Tuition fees are based on the annual tuition fees for 2012 and fulltime study of 120 points (except for programmes that require 60 points complete - the annual tuition fees for 60 points is shown). In all cases fees per point will be charged at the rate set for that subject irrespective of the qualification the course is taken for. Tuition fees are indicative only and the fees for 2013 will be set at the end of 2012 - see www.auckland.ac.nz/fees for updated information. International students should refer to page 37. **Tuition fees will be charged at the respective rate for the subject. TBC = To be confirmed. Note: All students will also pay a student services fee. As an indication, this fee is $689 for students undertaking a fulltime load of 120 points in 2012. Students taking fewer than 120 points pay proportionately lower fees.
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James Carson
James Carson, a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) student, appreciates the flexibility of postgraduate study and the scope to study what interests him. “I decided to pursue postgraduate study to develop my knowledge in an area of interest and to open doors to further study. I chose The University of Auckland because of the quality of supervision and teaching. “My research focuses on business ethics, religion and sustainability and I would like to go on to doctoral study and into a job where I can improve societal well-being, equity and justice.”

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International student fees
Fees information 2013
The table on this page outlines the tuition fees paid by international students in 2013. The University of Auckland charges fees on the basis of your course enrolment rather than by programme. The fees for courses vary from faculty to faculty, and sometimes within a faculty. In addition to your tuition fees, if you are undertaking a fulltime study load in 2013 you will pay approximately $718.80 (based on 120 points) for student services. As well as your fees, expect to pay about $1,200 per year for books and stationery. Some faculties also have fees for field trips or site visits. For help with your application, assistance with visas and insurance, contact: International Office The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019 Auckland 1142, New Zealand Phone: +64 9 373 7513 Fax: +64 9 373 7405 Email: [email protected] www.auckland.ac.nz/international

Postgraduate programmes (per subject area)
Architecture Arts Arts (science and performance-based courses) Business and Economics Education Engineering Fine Arts Interfaculty programmes Law Medical and Health Sciences Music Performing Arts Planning Science Theology (course based) Urban Design

Estimated annual tuition fee NZ$*
$33,720 $28,680 $33,720 $28,680 $28,680 $33,720 $33,720 ** $28,680 $37,080 $28,680 $33,720 $28,680 $33,720 $28,680 $33,720

Doctoral programmes
Doctor of Clinical Psychology - DClinPsy Doctor of Education - EdD Doctor of Fine Arts - DocFA Doctor of Medicine - MD Doctor of Music - DMus Doctor of Musical Arts - DMA Doctor of Pharmacy Doctor of Philosophy - PhD***

Estimated annual tuition fee NZ$*
$33,720 $33,720 $33,720 $33,720 $33,720 $33,720 $37,080 $5,782 (2012 fees)†

*The fees listed in this schedule include the course and materials fee and are based on enrolment in a standard fulltime course load of 120 points per year. Fees will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis where the enrolment is in more or less than a standard fulltime load. Some one-year programmes offered by the Faculty of Education require the completion of more than 120 points. **Fees for interfaculty programmes, or programmes combining undergraduate and postgraduates courses, or courses selected from more than one listed programme, are calculated by deriving a fee for each course from the programme fees listed in the schedule above. ***New international PhD students will be accorded domestic status for the purposes of tuition fees, subject to supervisory and residency requirements. A new international PhD student is defined as a foreign student enrolled for the first time after 19 April 2005 in a Doctor of Philosophy programme at a New Zealand university.
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Rebecca Green – Architecture student

2013 PhD tuition fees will be set at the end of 2012 - see www.auckland.ac.nz/fees for updated information.

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Paula Schaafhausen
Paula Schaafhausen has recently completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts from Elam School of Fine Arts and is a recipient of a Summer Scholarship. Paula is continuing her postgraduate studies with a Master of Fine Arts. “My work ranges across the spectrum in media but stays connected to my surrounding community, referencing my Polynesian heritage. “Being a student has allowed me to be fearless in my projects. The education I have received from The University of Auckland has undoubtedly better equipped me for a career as an artist.”

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Admission requirements
Admission to postgraduate programmes depends primarily on your previous academic qualifications. In almost all cases, an undergraduate degree with good academic grades in the relevant subject is required for admission to postgraduate study. Some programmes may take into account your previous work experience.
The following is a general guideline for entry into different programme types. You will need to check The University of Auckland Calendar for specific information about the regulations relating to your particular programme. www.calendar.auckland.ac.nz

Entry into a bachelors (honours) degree
For a bachelors (honours) degree, you need to complete an appropriate undergraduate degree with an average grade of “B” or higher in the Stage III prerequisite courses at a recognised institution. Some faculties require a higher GPA.

Entry into a postgraduate diploma
Entry criteria for a postgraduate diploma will vary according to the subject or faculty in which you intend to complete this qualification. As a general rule, you will have completed a relevant undergraduate degree at a recognised institution with passes in the specified prerequisite courses in your selected subject.

Entry into a masters degree
As a general rule you will need to have completed a relevant degree such as a bachelors or a bachelors (honours) degree or a postgraduate diploma at a recognised institution and have attained an average grade of “B” or higher in that degree.

Entry into a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or doctoral programme
Acceptance into a PhD is based on academic merit, but you must also demonstrate an ability to carry out research independently, and possess a high level of critical research skill and theoretical understanding. In general, acceptance is based on a relevant bachelors (honours) degree with first class or second class (division 1) honours, or a masters degree with first class or second class (division 1) honours, or its equivalent at a recognised institution. Direct entry from coursework masters (eg, MBA) is not normally permitted unless a bridging programme is undertaken. Acceptance is also subject to the availability of staff for supervision, and appropriate facilities.

Alex Blakeley
Alex Blakeley, a PhD in Mechanical Engineering candidate and University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship winner, is pictured at the University’s world-leading Yacht Research Unit with his supervisor, Professor Richard Flay. The recent change in the America’s Cup racing format to catamarans, means that Alex’s research into the design and optimisation of wing-sails for multi-hull yachts has the potential to grow New Zealand’s marine industry and enhance the country’s reputation as a leader in yacht design. “I relish the challenge of a PhD. The opportunity to work at the Yacht Research Unit means I am surrounded by colleagues working on other projects who share the same passion for yachting and aerodynamics as I do. The research done here is world recognised and has been responsible for some major leaps in the field. Nowhere else in the world offered me this. “Being supervised by professors who are leaders in their fields truly means I learn from the best and get to do this for the next 3-4 years. This experience is invaluable. The constant support offered to postgraduate students to help complete their studies on time are fantastic. I have found the Doctoral Skills Programme and other courses offered extremely useful.”

Additional requirements
All new doctoral students must take a Diagnostic English Language Needs Assessment (DELNA) as part of their provisional goals. Also, many programmes in creative fields (such as writing, fine arts, architecture, urban design, music or performing arts) will also require evidence of your creative ability as part of your application (eg, a portfolio or audition). This is called a supplementary application. Check the faculty’s postgraduate prospectus or talk to the postgraduate adviser in the faculty for specific information about what is required.

• IELTS (academic) 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or • TOEFL (paper-based) 575 (TWE 4.5) or • TOEFL (internet-based) 90 (written 21) Some faculties and departments require a higher level of English language proficiency. Please check with International Office and visit www.auckland.ac.nz/international/englishrequirements

English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you will need to supply evidence of your English language proficiency in addition to your academic credentials. Minimum proficiency requirements at postgraduate level:

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How to apply
Applying for a non-doctoral programme
If you are new to The University of Auckland
If you have not been enrolled at The University of Auckland in previous years, you need to talk to the postgraduate adviser in the relevant department, the relevant faculty students’ centre or contact the Contact Centre. If you are an international student, you must contact staff at International Office. • Some departments/faculties will require you to complete a supplementary application and/or a departmental programme worksheet or form indicating your intended programme of study. Research programmes (such as a masters degree by thesis) may require you to contact an appropriate supervisor for your project. See your faculty’s programme pages (pg. 24-35) for more details. • Apply for admission using the online application form (www.auckland. ac.nz/applynow). This application will be acknowledged by email, which will also provide a login and password to allow you to check the progress of your application online. The email will also list the certified documents the University requires to verify your personal details and entrance qualifications. • Once your application for admission has been assessed, the faculty or International Office will inform you of their decision.

Applying for a PhD or named doctoral degree
• Decide upon, and clarify as much as possible, your area of research interest or potential research topic. • Read the PhD Statute and Guidelines and ensure you meet the academic eligibility requirements for entry into the PhD programme.   If you are applying for a named doctorate, read the relevant regulations in the University Calendar. You must meet the research requirements and the English language requirements for the programme. • Read the faculty websites for your area of research interest, potential supervisors and any specific requirements. • Complete and submit an online Expression of Interest (EOI) at www.auckland.ac.nz/eoi. Before you begin, be sure to have at hand, in electronic format: • Relevant academic transcripts • Statement of Research Intent • CV and/or resume • Two reference letters You will receive an acknowledgement via email; your EOI will then be considered by the appropriate academic staff. • If your EOI is approved, you will be invited to apply for admission to The University of Auckland using the online application form at www.auckland.ac.nz/applynow

If you are an international student
International students requiring assistance with the application process or advice about your eligibility for entry to postgraduate programmes should contact International Office. We recommend you start the application process as early as possible so you have sufficient time to apply for your visa. The University has a number of official agents and representatives overseas who can assist you with the application process in person. A list of their contact details is available at www.auckland.ac.nz/overseasrep You can apply online at www.auckland.ac.nz/applynow

Applying for a Graduate School of Enterprise programme
For details on how to apply for a Graduate School of Enterprise  programme, and for more information, visit www.gse.auckland.ac.nz

If you are returning to The University of Auckland
• Students who are enrolled at The University of Auckland in the semester prior to beginning their postgraduate programme should contact the relevant postgraduate adviser and make their application by making an Add/Change Programme request online. A supplementary application may also be required. • Returning students who have not been enrolled at The University of Auckland in the semester prior to their postgraduate application will need to complete the online application for admission form (www.auckland.ac.nz/applynow). A supplementary application may also be required. • Once your application for admission has been assessed, the faculty will inform you of its decision. Research programmes (such as a masters degree by thesis) may require you to contact an appropriate supervisor for your project. You should contact the relevant postgraduate adviser or relevant faculty students’ centre regarding this process.

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Dates to remember
Application closing dates
Please make careful note of the application closing dates listed below; applications submitted after the closing date will only be considered if places are available. If you wish to apply to begin your study in Semester Two 2013, you should check with your faculty to see if there are specific closing dates for the programme you wish to study. Applications submitted after the closing date will only be considered if places are available. Doctoral applications may be submitted at any time of the year (excluding DClinPsy and EdD).

Closing date for applications for admission in 2013*†
Semester One admission
Master of Creative Writing Doctor of Clinical Psychology Master of Engineering Management Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Psychology Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Theory Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Science Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Psychology Master of Arts in Psychology Master of Audiology Master of Business Administration Master of Counselling Master of Science in Forensic Science Master of Science in Psychology Master of Science in Speech Language Therapy Practice Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Health Psychology Master of Science in Health Psychology Postgraduate programmes not otherwise specified‡ 8 December 2012 1 December 2012
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Academic year 2013*
Summer School 2013
Lectures begin Friday 4 January 2013 Monday 28 January 2013 Wednesday 6 February 2013 Friday 15 February 2013 Monday 18 February – Wednesday 20 February 2013 Wednesday 20 February 2013 Monday 25 February 2013 Tuesday 26 February - Friday 1 March 2013 Monday 4 March 2013 Friday 29 March – Tuesday 2 April 2013 Monday 22 April – Saturday 27 April 2013 Thursday 25 April 2013 Monday 6 May, Wednesday 8 May, Friday 10 May 2013 Monday 3 June 2013 Friday 7 June 2013 Saturday 8 June – Monday 1 July 2013 Monday 1 July 2013 Tuesday 2 July – Saturday 20 July 2013 Wednesday 10 July 2013 Tuesday 16 July 2013 Monday 22 July 2013 Monday 2 September – Friday 13 September 2013 Tuesday 24 September, Thursday 26 September 2013 Friday 25 October 2013 Saturday 26 October – Monday 18 November 2013 Monday 28 October 2013 Monday 18 November 2013 Monday 3 March 2014 Auckland Anniversary Day** Waitangi Day** Lectures end Examinations Summer School ends

1 October 2012 30 October 2012 1 November 2012

Semester One 2013
International Orientation Orientation Semester One begins Easter break** Mid-semester break ANZAC Day** Graduation Queen’s Birthday** Lectures end Study break/exams Semester One ends Inter-semester break 1 May 2013

Semester Two admission
Bachelor of Music (Honours)** Postgraduate Diploma in Music** Master of Business Administration*** Master of Music** Postgraduate programmes not otherwise specified** 4 July 2013

Semester Two 2013
Orientation International Orientation Semester Two begins Mid-semester break Graduation Lectures end Study break/exams Labour Day** Semester Two ends

*Dates to be confirmed. Check www.calendar.auckland.ac.nz for updates. **Subject to places being available. Check with your faculty to see if there are specific closing dates for the programme you wish to study. ***Quarter 3 intake.
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Applications to Faculty of Law postgraduate programmes may be submitted at any time of year. Quarter 1 intake.

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Semester One 2014
Semester One begins
**Public holiday/University is closed. *Start/finish dates vary for some programmes.

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Glossary
Please note that the descriptions below are not intended to be legal definitions. The regulations in The University of Auckland Calendar should also be referred to when interpreting these terms. Ad Eundem Statum: A means of admission to the University on the basis of a qualification awarded by a body other than the New Zealand Qualifications Authority or The University of Auckland. Admission: The process by which a student applies, and is approved, for entry to the University and to a University qualification. Alumni: Graduates who have attended the University. Bachelors degree: A first degree. Certificate: A qualification awarded after academic study of a coherent programme of between 60 and 120 points. Course: The basic component of all academic programmes. A course is normally taught and assessed over one semester. A double-semester course is taught over the consecutive semesters of the same academic year. Cross credit: A course which is common to two University of Auckland undergraduate diplomas or bachelors degrees and is credited to both. Current enrolment: Courses or other work taken by a student in a particular academic year or semester. Degree: Principal qualification awarded by The University of Auckland, ie, bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees. Diploma: A University qualification generally awarded at graduate or postgraduate level. Direct entry: Entry into a higher level of a subject or later part of a degree without the prerequisites. Dissertation: A written research component of a degree or diploma worth between 30 and 80 points. Doctoral degree: A qualification at an advanced level requiring an original contribution to knowledge. Enrolment: The process by which a student, having gained admission to the University and to a qualification, selects and gains entry to courses and classes. Examination: Formal assessment occurring after the teaching in a course has been completed. Faculty: The generic term used to differentiate each broad area of study and the staff who teach in, research and manage that area. Graduate: A person on whom a degree has been conferred. Honours: Degrees, in some cases completed within prescribed time limits, may be awarded with honours which signify advanced or distinguished study. Masters degree: A degree programme at a higher level than a bachelors degree. Normal fulltime study: A student workload that normally consists of 120 points in one year. Point(s): A value assigned to a course or other work to indicate its weighting within The University of Auckland’s certificates, diplomas and degrees. Postgraduate: A term used to describe a student who has successfully completed a degree and is studying for a higher qualification. It also describes the courses and qualifications available to these students. Postgraduate programme: A programme at a higher level than a bachelors degree. Prerequisite course: A requirement that must be met before commencement of study for a particular course or programme. Prescribed texts: Textbooks which are considered essential to a course. Programme: A prescribed set of one or more courses or other work which on satisfactory completion leads to the award of a University of Auckland certificate, diploma or degree. Project: A piece of investigative written work on a topic approved by the relevant Head of Department and supervisor. Quarter: A 10-week period of instruction for Graduate School of Enterprise students, studying on a part-time basis. Reassigned course: A course satisfactorily completed for one programme which has been transferred to another programme. Regulation: A rule set down by the University. Research essay: A research-based essay on a topic approved by the relevant Head of Department and supervisor. Research portfolio: A coherent, integrated programme of researchbased work. Research project: A piece of research-based work on a topic approved by the relevant Head of Department, usually worth between 30 and 80 points. Restriction (restricted course): A course in which the learning objectives, content and/or assessment are so similar to a second course that a student cannot be credited with both towards a certificate, diploma or degree. In some cases a restricted course may be taken and credited as Certificate of Proficiency. Refer to the University Calendar for more information. Schedule: University lists of courses, credits or limitations, often in tabular form. Semester: A period of about 15 weeks which includes about 12 teaching weeks and about three weeks for study and examinations. In addition there is a mid-semester break of up to two weeks. Stage: The academic level of study in a subject. Subject: An area of learning which may be provided by a school or a department, or by departments offering related courses. Thesis: A research component of a postgraduate programme having a value of 90 or more points which will have a written component but may also include design, creative or performative elements. Transfer credit: Credit granted towards a University of Auckland qualification from work successfully completed at another tertiary institution. Tutorial: A small group learning session. Undergraduate: A person studying towards a first degree.

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Information for international students
The Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students: The University of Auckland has agreed to observe and be bound by the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of International Students published by the Ministry of Education. Copies of the Code are available on request from this institution or from the New Zealand Ministry of Education website at www.minedu.govt.nz/goto/international Immigration: To complete enrolment international students must have a current student visa. Full details of visa requirements, advice on rights to employment in New Zealand while studying, and reporting requirements are available through the New Zealand Immigration Service, and can be viewed on their website at www.immigration.govt.nz Eligibility for health services Most international students are not entitled to publicly funded health services while in New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment during your visit, you may be liable for the full costs of that treatment. Full details on entitlements to publicly funded health services are available through the Ministry of Health and can be viewed on their website at www.moh.govt.nz Medical and travel insurance All international students are legally required to have appropriate medical and travel insurance. The University of Auckland offers a scheme that meets these requirements. Enrolment will not be completed until you have provided proof of suitable coverage. You will receive details with your letter of acceptance into the University. For more information, visit www.auckland.ac.nz/intlstudent-insurance

Useful web addresses
The University of Auckland homepage
www.auckland.ac.nz

The University of Auckland Calendar
www.auckland.ac.nz/calendar

Academic dates
www.auckland.ac.nz/dates

AskAuckland
www.askauckland.ac.nz

Information for postgraduate students
www.auckland.ac.nz/futurepostgraduates

Information for international students
www.auckland.ac.nz/international

Finances, scholarships and fees
www.auckland.ac.nz/scholarships www.auckland.ac.nz/fees www.auckland.ac.nz/studentloansandallowances

University Career Services
www.auckland.ac.nz/careerplanning

Postgraduate Students’ Association
www.pgsa.org.nz

Costs
All costs are shown in New Zealand dollars and are expressed inclusive of New Zealand Goods and Services Tax if applicable. Where costs may vary then the lowest, or basic cost, is shown and students must make allowance accordingly if they wish to have more than a basic level of service.

Doctoral Skills Programme
www.auckland.ac.nz/doctoralskills

School of Graduate Studies
www.auckland.ac.nz/school-of-graduate-studies

Privacy
The University of Auckland undertakes to collect, store, use and disclose your information in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993. Further details of how the University handles your information are set out in a brochure available from the ClockTower Call Centre or by phoning 0800 61 62 63.

Library
www.library.auckland.ac.nz

Student Learning
www.auckland.ac.nz/slc

Disclaimer
Although every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy, the information in this document is provided as a general guide for students and is subject to alteration. All students enrolling at The University of Auckland must consult its official document, the current Calendar of The University of Auckland, to ensure that they are aware of and comply with all regulations, requirements and policies.

Centre for Academic Development
www.auckland.ac.nz/cad

Māori and Pacific student support
www.auckland.ac.nz/maoristudents

Disability Services
www.auckland.ac.nz/disabilityservices

Childcare
www.auckland.ac.nz/childcare

Health Services
www.auckland.ac.nz/healthservices

Apply for postgraduate study
www.auckland.ac.nz/applynow

Apply for a PhD (EOI)
www.auckland.ac.nz/eoi

Current postgraduate students
www.postgrad.auckland.ac.nz

Postgraduate newsletter
www.auckland.ac.nz/pg-newsletter
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NEW ZEALAND CITIZENS OR PERMANENT RESIDENTS Contact: Student Information Centre The ClockTower, Ground Floor 22 Princes Street, Auckland 1010 Phone: 0800 61 62 65 Fax: 0800 61 62 64 Email: [email protected] Web: www.postgraduate.ac.nz INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Contact: International Office The University of Auckland Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142 New Zealand Phone: +64 9 373 7513 Fax: +64 9 373 7405 Email: [email protected] Web: www.auckland.ac.nz/international

AskAuckland: www.askauckland.ac.nz

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