Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies PGCertAntaStud
Antarctic Studies is an internationally unique programme of study and inquiry that has been developed by staff at the University of Canterbury in partnership with Antarctica New Zealand, with significant contributions from the other New Zealand universities.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies attracts graduate students from a diverse range of disciplines and draws on the expertise of over thirty academic staff and guest speakers.
Students examine major scientific and environmental themes as well as contemporary issues facing Antarctica and also consider the major social, political and legal issues facing the region. As part of the course students travel to Antarctica for a field trip to gather data for reports and projects.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies may be awarded with Distinction.
Entry requirements
Candidates must have a degree, be approved by the Dean of Science and have satisfied the medical examination prescribed by Antarctica New Zealand.
Note: The programme is limited to 16 places and applications close on 1 August.
Courses
- ANTA 601 Antarctica: Contemporary Issues and Perspectives Part 1
- ANTA 602 Antarctica: Contemporary Issues and Perspectives Part 2
- ANTA 603 Antarctica Field Work
- ANTA 604 Supervised Project in Antarctic Studies
Duration
14 weeks full-time.
More information
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies (University Regulations website).
For course advice contact either Gateway Antarctica directly or the College of Science.