Based on employer feedback, Massey university offers programmes in high demand:
• Accounting
• Aviation
• Economics
• Finance and Banking
• Human Resources
• Management and Leadership
• Property
• Technology Management
We also have a wide range of research centres across faculty disciplines
that link into our practical learning:
• NZ FIN-ED Centre
• Centre for Advanced Retail Studies (CARS)
• Centre for Culture-Centred Approach to Research and Evaluation (CARE)
• Healthy Work Group
• Knowledge Exchange Hub
• MPOWER (Massey People, Organisation, Work and Employment
Research)
• New Zealand Centre for Macroeconomics
• Real Estate Analysis Unit (REAU)
• Te Au Rangahau
MBS research centres develop and showcase collective expertise
and opportunities for students and industry, and epitomise MBS’s
commitment to stakeholder engagement and impactful outcomes. Many
are unique nationally, with wide international connections and
Massey has a long, proud tradition of teaching
and research excellence. Its heritage,
geographic spread over three major cities,
range of qualifications and the flexibility of its
distance teaching all mean it offers students
from around the world the ability to tailor their
study to meet their needs and at the same time
connect closely with industry, professional
organisations and local communities.
Typically, we have more than 5000
international students each year from 100
countries. Massey also delivers teaching
qualifications in seven other countries and
has international teaching partnerships with
tertiary institutions in 15 nations.
We recognise that choosing to leave your
own country in order to achieve academic
qualifications is a life-changing decision. I
warmly invite you to be part of our diverse and
stimulating student community.
Whatever you choose to study, and wherever
you chose to do it, we understand success
comes from a thousand little moments and
here at Massey we are committed to helping
you every step of the way.
Professor Jan Thomas
Vice-Chancellor, Massey University
AUCKLAND
massey.ac.nz/auckland
• A beautiful campus with state-of-the-art
teaching and learning facilities
• Based in a diverse, multi-cultural city of
1.5 million people
• A culture that fosters innovation through
strong connections with industry, including an
on-site business incubator
• High quality academic qualifications taught
by world-class researchers and teachers,
including four Distinguished Professors in
sciences and humanities and social sciences.
PALMERSTON NORTH
massey.ac.nz/manawatu
• An international campus with staff and
students from over 80 countries
• World-class academic qualifications, teachers
and researchers
• Great sporting facilities, a state-of-the-art
food plant and farms
• Affordable accommodation and living
• A safe, friendly, young person’s city – a third
of its population are aged 15 to 30 years.
WELLINGTON
massey.ac.nz/wellington
• A friendly, vibrant and creative place
• Home to the Ngā Pae Māhutonga Wellington
School of Design
• World-class research centres for public
health, sleep, Māori health, disaster research,
and tertiary teaching excellence
• Wellington regularly ranks as one of the most
liveable cities in the world (Deutsche Bank
Quality of Life Survey)
• Compact and set between a magnificent
harbour and green hills.
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Accommodation
and living costs
MASSEY HALLS
Massey Halls are our accommodation facilities, and we aim to give you
the best student experience and support during your university years.
Our Halls have dedicated staff to help navigate your priorities, connect
you with other residents and encourage you to join the many events and
activities that are available.
WHY CHOOSE MASSEY HALLS?
Location We are situated either on campus or within a short
walking distance of the University. Everything you need
is nearby, such as shops, bars and restaurants.
Support We have a team of staff to support you 24/7 and our
Residential Assistants live on campus.
Friendships We focus on building our community from the start.
You will live within a community of Massey University
students, and will have lots of opportunities to meet
people and make life-long friends from around the world.
Better grades
Research shows that students living in university-provided
accommodation tend to achieve better results.
Leadership We like to give our residents opportunities to take on
leadership roles, such as becoming a floor warden,
hall representative and – once you have been with us
a year – you can apply to join our team and become
a Residential Assistant.
Activities and events
We offer a full, varied residential life programme, so there is
no excuse not to get involved. We run welcome programmes
to help you settle into to life at Massey University.
We like to think we are your home away from home, where
you feel like you are among friends and family.
Safe and secure
Our buildings are safe and secure, with key fob security
access to buildings. We have a security team that does
regular checks through the day and night.
Homestay This option gives you the opportunity to live with a local
family in their home, and experience New Zealand culture.
This is a great way to improve your English language. You
will be provided with three meals a day and have support
from our homestay pastoral care team.
LIVING COSTS
As well as tuition fees, you will need to pay for textbooks, non-tuition
fees and your personal expenses.
At the airport, on arrival in New Zealand, you are required to pay
a $35 International Visitor and Tourism Conservation Levy.
If you enter New Zealand on a student visa, Immigration NZ requires
you to have NZ$20,000 available in addition to your course fees for each
year you’ll be studying in New Zealand, plus $1500 for return airfare.
Living costs can vary considerably depending upon accommodation
option, location and personal spending habits, so you may require more
money than this.
ACCOMMODATION COSTS
Notes:
• Costs are approximate based on 2023 fees and are in New Zealand dollars (NZD)
• Auckland is the largest of the three cities, so you can expect the cost of living to be higher
• Catered Halls provides a two meal a day meal plan (lunch and dinner Monday – Friday
and brunch and dinner Saturday – Sunday). Some accommodation options may also have
additional costs for items such as laundry and car parking, depending on location.
• Private accommodation options can be found on trademe.co.nz
Pathways to MasseyUniversity
ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
Massey University College prepares you for a seamless
transition into a wide range of degrees at the University.
Benefit from small class sizes and personalised support
while undertaking a qualification that will help you gain
the academic and English language skills necessary to
succeed at university and beyond.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAYS
Our language pathway qualifications will give you
the confidence and skills to take on our foundational
qualification, or meet the University’s academic English
language requirements for degree-level study.
WHY STUDY A PATHWAY QUALIFICATION?
• Guaranteed entry into your university degree
upon successful completion and meeting entry
requirements for special entry degrees.
• These Programmes are designed to include relevant
subjects to prepare you for your degree.
• Get to know New Zealand’s educational system and
unique Māori culture.
• Excellent academic, welfare and careers support system.
