UoA Online Degree Programmes for International Students
Source: https://www.online.auckland.ac.nz/international/ Parent: https://www.online.auckland.ac.nz/postgraduate-programmes/arts/master-of-communication/
Masters degree programmes, entry requirements and fees
100% online postgraduate programmes for international students
Study an online course or degree with us from anywhere in the world and join a global network of peers, professionals, and alumni worldwide with unparalleled student support every step of the way.
Experience a world-class online education from the University of Auckland without needing to move to New Zealand, eliminating travel, accommodation, and relocation costs.
Find out about enrolment and requirements for studying online with us, whether you are an international learner in New Zealand or overseas.
International learners who study with us include:
- International learners living in New Zealand.
- International learners living overseas.
- An Australian permanent resident residing outside New Zealand, or
- An Australian citizen residing outside New Zealand
Student visa information:
- Student visa: Students are not eligible for a New Zealand student visa for the UoA Online Programme. Students may only be eligible for a student visa if they are required to undertake practical study or sit examinations at the University of Auckland in New Zealand.
- Post-study work visa: Students enrolled in the UoA Online Programme are not eligible for the post-study work visa. For any queries related to this information, you can contact Immigration New Zealand.
Admission requirements for students studying in New Zealand with a valid work visa:
- If your study is a requirement of your employment: We need a letter of authorisation from your employer (on letterhead). This letter must confirm that you need to undertake this training as part of your job.
- If the study is not a requirement of your employment: You need to apply for a variation of your work visa conditions. For more information, please refer to the INZ website: INZ Variation of Conditions for Work Visas
What are the additional benefits for international students studying online with The University of Auckland?
1st
in New Zealand*
48th
in the world for online study*
Save money on living costs
Saving $20,000 – $25,000 NZD annually** (approx.)
**Budget for living costs recommended by the University of Auckland for students studying on campus.
Study a degree or course online without requiring a student visa
Saving $375 NZD (approx.)
Graduate from the University of Auckland with confidence knowing your world-class online degree or course meets global standards of excellence.
*(Digital Leaders in Higher Education 2025 Global Ranking)
Entry Criteria
| Programme | International entry criteria | International fees (NZD) |
| Master of Public Policy | A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, and A GPA/GPE of 5.0* | $67,455.00 |
| Master of Engineering Project Management | 120-point MEPM: A Bachelor of Engineering, or a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), ora relevant Bachelor (Honours), or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma with a GPA of 4.0. AND 2-years of relevant work experience.180-point MEPM: A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 4.0 AND 2-years relevant work experience | $55,484 – $83,227 |
| Master of Civil Engineering | A Bachelor of Engineering, or a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), ora relevant Bachelor with relevant work experience or a relevant Bachelor with a relevant Postgraduate Diploma. Please see the regulations for more details. | $55,484 |
| Master of Engineering Management | A minimum 4-year Engineering degree at a recognised institution, with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Please see the regulations for more details. | $53,532 |
| Master of Property Practice | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher* Limited to 20 places. | $71,512 |
| Master of Information Governance | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 20 places. | $71,512 |
| Master of Communication | A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of 5.0, in 45 points above Stage II or the equivalent. | $64,242.00 |
| Master of Indigenous Studies | 120-point MIndigSt: A relevant Bachelor’s (Honours) or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma with a GPA of 5.0. 180-point MIndigSt:A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 5.0, in 45 points above Stage II. | $44,970.00 – $67,455.00 |
| Master of Education in Early Childhood | Undergraduate degree in Education with a GPA/GPE of 5.0 or higher | $65,511 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology | A Bachelor’s degree in any subject, and a GPA/GPE of 4.0 | $27742.20 |
| Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology | Any degree in any subject or The equivalent practical, professional, or scholarly experience. | $47,221.20 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences in Digital Health | A relevant degree or A relevant and appropriate health qualification and at least two years of relevant professional experience. | $55,214.40 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences in Digital Health | A relevant degree or A relevant and appropriate health qualification and at least two years of relevant professional experience | $27,607.20 |
| Master of Stroke Care | A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 3.0 or higher. | $82,821.60 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Stroke Care | A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 3.0 or higher. | $55,214.40 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Stroke Care | A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 2.5 or higher. | $27,607.20 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Information Governance | A Bachelor’s degree, and a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 10 places. | $47,675 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Information Governance | A Bachelor’s degree, and a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 10 places. | $23,837 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science | A Bachelor of Science with a major in Computer Science or Statistics, or an equivalent qualification AND with a GPA of 4.0, or higher in 75 points above Stage II | $27,742.20 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence | A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of 4.0 or higher or The equivalent practical, professional or scholarly experience. | $26,766.00 |
| * A pathway option is available for those who do not meet the above GPA/GPE requirements. |
| Programme, Entry Criteria, Fees |
| Master of Public Policy A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, and A GPA/GPE of 5.0* $67,455.00 |
| Master of Engineering Project Management 120-point MEPM: A Bachelor of Engineering, or a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), or a relevant Bachelor (Honours), or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma with a GPA of 4.0. AND 2-years of relevant work experience. 180-point MEPM: A relevant bachelors degree with a GPA of 4.0 AND 2-years relevant work experience 120-point: $53,532, 180-point: $83,227 |
| Master of Civil Engineering A Bachelor of Engineering, or a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), or a relevant Bachelor with relevant work experience or a relevant Bachelor with a relevant Postgraduate Diploma Please see the regulations for more details. $55,484 |
| Master of Engineering Management A minimum 4-year Engineering degree at a recognised institution, with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Please see the regulations for more details. $53,532 |
| Master of Property Practice A relevant bachelors degree with a GPA of 5.0 or higher* Limited to 20 places. $71,512 |
| Master of Information Governance A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 20 places. $71,512 |
| Master of Education in Early Childhood Undergraduate degree in Education with a GPA/GPE of 5.0 or higher $65,611 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Information Technology A bachelor’s degree in any subject, and A GPA/GPE of 4.0 $27,742.20 |
| Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology Any degree in any subject or The equivalent practical, professional, or scholarly experience. $47,221.20 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences in Digital Health A relevant degree Or A relevant and appropriate health qualification and at least two years of relevant professional experience. $55,214.40 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences in Digital Health A relevant degree Or A relevant and appropriate health qualification and at least two years of relevant professional experience $27,607.20 |
| Master of Stroke Care A bachelors degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 3.0 or higher. $82,821.60 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Stroke Care A bachelors degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 3.0 or higher. $55,214.40 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Stroke Care A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of at least 2.5 or higher. $27,607.20 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Information Governance A Bachelors degree, and a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 10 places. $47,675 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Information Governance A Bachelors degree, and a GPA of 4.0 Limited to 10 places. $23,837 |
| Master of Indigenous Studies 120-point: A relevant Bachelor’s (Honours) or a relevant Postgraduate Diploma with a GPA of 5.0. $44,970.00 180-point: A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 5.0, in 45 points above Stage II. $67,455.00 |
| Master of Communication A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of 5.0, in 45 points above Stage II or the equivalent. $64,242.00 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Data Science A Bachelor of Science with a major in Computer Science or Statistics, or an equivalent qualification AND with a GPA of 4.0, or higher in 75 points above Stage II $27,742.20 |
| Postgraduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence A bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of 4.0 or higher or The equivalent practical, professional or scholarly experience. $26,766.00 |
| * A pathway option is available for those who do not meet the above GPA/GPE requirements. |
Entry requirements for international students
You must fulfil our requirements to receive an offer of place, or you must be in a position to fulfill our requirements to be considered for a conditional offer of place. Entry requirements are based on your prior study and we provide specific requirements for qualifications our international students have most frequently achieved. There are additional entry requirements for some programmes and these vary depending on the programme you are applying for.
For further detail, see: Postgraduate entry requirements
English language requirements
To study an University of UoA Online programme, you must meet the English language requirements. These may be met through an approved English language test or prior study in English.
For further detail see: Postgraduate English Language requirements
Further information
For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar. Please note that the programme fees are indicative and estimates only. Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
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