Massey University

Massey Business School offers practical, industry-focused finance and accounting master’s options with a choice of three campuses, including Auckland and Wellington.

Programme & duration

Master of Business Studies (Finance / Accounting): 1–1.5 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a B average or higher in a relevant field. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected for 1-year master’s entry; 3-year degree holders may need a Postgraduate Diploma first. CV and references.

Massey Business School offers practical management master’s programmes with a choice of three campuses and a strong focus on industry connections.

Programme & duration

Master of Management / Master of Business Studies: 1–1.5 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a B average or higher in a relevant field. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected for 1-year master’s entry; 3-year degree holders may need a Postgraduate Diploma first. CV and references.

Massey’s MBA is a practical programme with flexible study modes, linked to New Zealand’s agribusiness, food and technology sectors.

Programme & duration

MBA: about 12–18 months

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$45,000 – NZ$60,000 total programme fee (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree, GMAT or equivalent, 3+ years’ work experience, essays and references.

Average Work Experience

Average about 6–8 years of work experience; typical class age 30–36

GMAT / GRE Requirement

GMAT/GRE: may be waived for experienced candidates

Massey’s marketing master’s has a practical focus on agribusiness, food and consumer marketing with a choice of three campuses.

Programme & duration

Master of Business Studies (Marketing): 1–1.5 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a B average or higher in a relevant field. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected for 1-year master’s entry; 3-year degree holders may need a Postgraduate Diploma first. CV and references.

Massey’s food and advanced technology school is closely linked to New Zealand’s dairy and food industries, offering applied bioprocess and food engineering.

Programme & duration

Master of Engineering (Chemical and Bioprocess) / Master of Food Technology: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, food technology or a related field with a B average or higher. CV and references.

Massey’s engineering programmes are practical and industry-focused, with strengths in electronics and mechatronics.

Programme & duration

Master of Engineering (Electronics / Mechatronics): 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or electronic engineering with a B average or higher. A 4-year engineering degree is usually expected; CV and references.

Massey’s mechanical and mechatronics engineering programmes are practical and industry-focused, with links to agricultural and food-processing technology.

Programme & duration

Master of Engineering (Mechanical / Mechatronics): 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with a B average or higher. A 4-year engineering degree is usually expected; CV and references.

Massey’s biomedical and health-science master’s options are applied and industry-linked, with a choice of campuses.

Programme & duration

Master of Science (Biomedical Science / Human Health) options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$35,000 – NZ$48,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biomedical science or a related field with a B average or higher. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected; CV and references.

Massey’s School of Nursing offers advanced-practice and research master’s options with flexible study modes and a strong focus on clinical practice.

Programme & duration

Master of Nursing / Advanced Nursing Practice options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$32,000 – NZ$45,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in each band for registration routes; programme-specific)TOEFL iBT: 94+PTE: 65+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing with registered nurse qualification and a B average or higher. Registration or equivalent proof; CV and references.

Massey’s School of Psychology offers applied and research-based master’s options with flexible study modes and a choice of campuses.

Programme & duration

MSc / MA Psychology / Master of Science options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$34,000 – NZ$46,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology with a B+ average or higher. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected; CV and references.

Massey’s School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition offers applied master’s options with flexible study modes and a strong industry focus.

Programme & duration

Master of Science (Sport and Exercise) options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$34,000 – NZ$46,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sport science or a related field with a B average or higher. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected; CV and references.

Massey’s Centre for Defence and Security Studies offers distinctive international security and strategy options, with flexible study modes and strong links to the defence community.

Programme & duration

Master of Arts / Master of Defence and Security Studies options: 1–2 years

Tuition (international)

Approx. NZ$32,000 – NZ$44,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)

Intakes

Semester 1 (February/March) and Semester 2 (July); selected programmes also start at other times

English requirement

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each band)TOEFL iBT: 90PTE: 58+

Entry requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a B average or higher. A 4-year bachelor’s or honours degree is usually expected; CV, personal statement and references.