Courses, Subjects and Qualifications

Courses, Subjects and Qualifications

Courses


Year 2013

Subjects

Qualifications

Postgraduate Diploma in Antarctic Studies PGDipAntaStud

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 Diploma in Antarctic Studies is a one-year full-time programme, equivalent to Part I of the master’s programme. Students are required to complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies and then enrol in 400-level courses relevant to a coherent programme of study. An overall total course weight of 1.00 EFTS must be completed, including the Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Antarctic Studies may be awarded with Distinction or Merit.

Entry requirements

Candidates must have completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Antarctic Studies.

Duration

6-12 months full-time or one year part-time.

More information

For full requirements see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Antarctic Studies (University Regulations website).

For course advice contact either Gateway Antarctica directly or the College of Science.