University of Auckland

There are two types of Masters degrees:
Research Masters, which include a thesis or research portfolio of at least 90 points
Taught Masters, which are usually comprised of taught courses, but may include a dissertation or research project of less than 90 points. Admission to a 120 point Master's degree
Normally this requires a completed Bachelor honors degree or postgraduate Diploma from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent postgraduate qualification from a recognized university (or similar) overseas. For Masters Supervisors and research projects, see Find a Thesis, the research web pages for your area of interest or contact the postgraduate adviser for your faculty. Admission to a 180 point Master's degree
This normally requires a completed Bachelor degree or postgraduate certificate from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent qualification from a recognised university (or similar) overseas. Previous work experience may be taken into account. Admission to a 240 point Master's degree
This normally requires a completed Bachelor degree from New Zealand, or an acceptable equivalent qualification from a recognized university (or similar) overseas. Previous work experience may be taken into account. Supplementary requirements
Many programmes such as architecture, fine arts, music, urban design or writing, require supplementary evidence of creative ability (e.g, a portfolio or audition).