Master of Philosophy

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is a one-year research-only master’s degree. It provides an opportunity for students to undertake a research topic of an applied or professional nature under the supervision of Art and Design staff. Alternatively, the MPhil can provide a pathway to more advanced research at doctoral level.

WHAT THIS QUALIFICATION COVERS
Students will complete an original thesis during this year of study. Staff in Art and Design are available to supervise MPhil research on a wide range of topics. The school has extensive research capabilities in the following areas:

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• Chinese art and aesthetics
• Critical and cultural theory
• Design history
• Digital photography
• Graphic design
• Narrative structure
• Oral history
• Performativity
• Product design
• Spatial design
• Sustainability and fashion
• Visual arts

FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT PAPERS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS QUALIFICATION, VISIT WWW.AUTARTDESIGN.AC.NZ

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
It is expected that graduates with a Master of Philosophy will have gained the necessary skills and qualifications to follow an academic or research career leading to a Doctor of Philosophy. Alternatively, their research topic may lead them to a position of expertise in their chosen field of Art and Design.