Mission Statement

Massey University is New Zealand's largest educational and research institution and internationally recognised for its innovation and progressive approach in both teaching and research.

The University is committed to excellence and provides an environment in which international students are encouraged to excel.

Location and Facilities

Massey University was founded in Palmerston North in 1927 and its home campus is set amidst a picturesque 40-hectare park-like location (Turitea) and a specialised College of Education site (Hokowhitu) bordering the Manawatu River. Massey also has campuses in both Auckland (Albany) and Wellington.

The Palmerston North Campus is equipped with quality teaching and research facilities and includes student-accessible computer laboratories and an extensive modern library.

Academic Programme

Five major Colleges - Business; Design, Fine Arts and Music; Education; Humanities & Social Sciences; and Sciences, and their associated Academic Departments, Schools and Institutes provide a comprehensive, innovative and flexible range of Diplomas and Undergraduate and Postgraduate degrees (to PhD level).

A characteristic of many of Massey's professional degree programmes is their applied nature and close links with industry and professional sectors.

Study Abroad and Exchange students can study for one or two semesters at any campus across a wide variety of subject areas. The University offers a Foundation Studies Programme for students who require further academic qualifications for entry to degree programmes.

Pre-entry English language study is available and the Massey University English Language Centre at the Palmerston North campus is an approved IELTS testing centre.

Research

Palmerston North is the location for a significant number of government and privately funded research centres. The university works co-operatively with these centres in its role as a premier research institution in New Zealand.

Currently Massey University has the largest number of PhD enrolments of any New Zealand university.

Recreation and Leisure

The university has extensive recreation and leisure facilities, which are open for extended hours to all students and staff. These include a fully equipped gymnasium and outdoor facilities. Nearby is an international standard new all-weather athletics track and the Adidas Institute of Rugby, home to the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team.

Student Welfare/Support

The University is proud of its comprehensive range of student support services for international students.

These include Academic Advisors and mentoring systems, learning support, English language, international clubs and societies and health and counselling services.

International Student Support staff on each campus are the first point of contact for all students and will assist with accommodation and liaison with University Colleges. Campus support staff will arrange for airport collection and provide a full orientation programme for new international students each semester. The International Students Support also organises ongoing international student activities throughout the academic year.

Accommodation

The University has a wide range of on and off campus student accommodation options. These include halls of residence (meals provided), University flats (self catering), city flats and homestays.

English Language Proficiency:

Unless previous study has been in the English Language medium, evidence of English language proficiency is required before admission to the University is approved.

The following minimum international test scores are necessary for admission:

Programme Type	TOEFL Score	IELTS Score
Foundation	500 Paper based test 173 Computer based test	5.0 (no band less than 5.0)
Undergraduate	550 Paper based test 213 Computer based test	6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
Postgraduate	575 Paper based test  232 Computer based	6.5 (no band less than 6.0)

Academic Year:

The University operates a standard two semester academic year: February to June (Semester One) and July to November (Semester Two). Some professional programmes require a Semester One entry.

Admission Application Closing Dates:

• Semester One - 1 December
• Semester Two - 1 May.

Late applications may be considered.

Contact Details

International Office

Massey University

Private Bag 11 222

Palmerston North

Phone +64 6 350 5599

Fax +64 6 350 5698

Email: International@massey.ac.nz

Website: www.massey.ac.nz