Massey University
Upcoming Intake
Feb 2025
Tution Fee
Starts from 29,000 NZD
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Courses
Highlights
Massey University was created in 1927 when the agricultural colleges of Victoria University College and Auckland University College were merged. Massey Agricultural College was named after former New Zealand Prime Minister William Fergusson Massey. In 1963 it merged with Palmerston North University College to become Massey University.
It has campuses in Palmerston North, Albany, and Wellington and has over 30,000 students, including over 5,000 international students from 100 countries.
The facilities at Massey University are built to support students in every way. It is the only university in New Zealand with a dedicated airfield where you can fly single- and twin-engine planes. Several laboratories are available for student use.
Massey University offers a range of accommodation options, including self-catered halls of residence, fully-catered halls of residence, and rented apartments. Accommodation at Massey University typically includes a range of facilities and services, including 24-hour security, study spaces, laundry facilities, common areas, and Wi-Fi access. The cost of accommodation at Massey University varies depending on the type of accommodation, location, and meal plan selected.
Many students choose homestay options, whereby a local family ingratiates them with the culture and offers a chance to improve their English language skills.
The Sports and Recreation Centre contains a fitness centre, multi-use sports hall, climbing wall, squash courts, rugby and soccer fields, an athletics track, and Massey University Equestrian Centre.
Massey University has several libraries across its campuses that provide access to various resources, including books, journals, and databases.
Campus life comes with a unified campus atmosphere and student support. Massey's Student Registry team can help with student visas, insurance, and fees, while its Student Care team assists with well-being issues. Student support on campus includes counselling, childcare, disability support services. Over 200 student clubs in various disciplines can be found across the campus so students can join cultural, political, or social societies.
Massey University is academically proficient: its agricultural, animal, and veterinary science programmes are among the top 50 in the world. It is also internationally recognised for its food science and technology programmes. It has one of the largest business schools in the country and is the only university-based aviation school in New Zealand, so it has a lot to offer students.
Campuses
Whether you're studying at Auckland, Palmerston North, or Wellington, Massey University offers diverse, multicultural campuses. Palmerston North in particular, is a real student city with â…“ of its residents between the ages of 15 and 30 and a very affordable cost of living.
Ranking
by QS
239
by THE
501–600
FAQs
The student-to-faculty ratio at Massey University is generally around 19:1.
International students are required to demonstrate proficiency in English through an approved English language test, such as IELTS or TOEFL. The required score varies depending on the program of study.
The cost of living in New Zealand can vary depending on the city and lifestyle. However, on average, international students should budget around NZD 15,000 to NZD 20,000 per year for living expenses.
International students can apply for a range of scholarships to support their studies. The Vice Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship is for high-achieving international students who have demonstrated academic excellence in their previous studies. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver of up to NZD 15,000.
The Massey University Doctoral Scholarship is for international students who wish to undertake doctoral studies at Massey University. It provides a stipend of up to NZD 27,500 per year and a partial tuition fee waiver. The Massey University International Student Study Award is for international students enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program at Massey University.
It provides a partial tuition fee waiver of up to NZD 5,000. The Massey University Creative Arts International Excellence Scholarship is for international students who wish to study creative arts at Massey University. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver of up to NZD 20,000. The Massey Business School International Excellence Scholarship is for international students who wish to study business at Massey University. It provides a partial tuition fee waiver of up to NZD 15,000.
New Zealand Development Scholarships are for international students from eligible developing countries who wish to study in New Zealand. They provide full tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs. The range of scholarships available for international students is comprehensive, and many students are eligible for the different types.
