🐎Massey University

Palmerston North / Auckland / Wellington, New Zealand

QS World 2026 · #239

New Zealand's most geographically distributed university, with a leading Veterinary School.

About Massey

Massey operates across three New Zealand campuses (Palmerston North, Auckland and Wellington) and runs the country's only Veterinary School, training the majority of New Zealand's practising vets. It's also New Zealand's leading provider of distance/online education.

Why students choose it

  • New Zealand's only Veterinary School
  • Three campuses across Palmerston North, Auckland and Wellington
  • New Zealand's leading provider of distance education

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Typical entry grades

ABB (A Level)  ·  IB 30

Solid tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

NZ$35,000–NZ$45,000/yr

high tier for New Zealand — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

mixed campus, Palmerston North / Auckland / Wellington

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or Massey's financial aid office.

New Zealand universities commonly offer international excellence scholarships tied to entry grades, alongside a small number of government-funded scholarships mostly aimed at postgraduate or partner-country applicants.

  • University international excellence scholarships: Offered by most of the eight universities (e.g. Auckland, Otago) — merit-based, for strong A-Level/IB/IGCSE-pathway results, usually a fixed award rather than a full-ride.
  • New Zealand Scholarships (government): Mostly postgraduate or restricted to specific partner countries under bilateral agreements — check eligibility carefully before assuming it applies.

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Popular courses

Veterinary Medicine

⏱️ Typical duration: 5–6 years where entered straight from school (UK, Ireland, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong); typically a 4-year postgraduate MD entered after a Bachelor's (US, Canada)

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Typical entry: Requires Chemistry + Biology · UCAT ANZ · Interview (MMI, most universities)

Aviation

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years

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Business

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Agriculture

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years

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Design

⏱️ Typical duration: Often longer than a standard Bachelor's — commonly a 3-year Bachelor's plus a further 2-year Master's for full professional accreditation

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Typical entry: Portfolio

Durations are typical for New Zealand — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2)
Typical deadline
Early December for the February intake

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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Massey FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to Massey as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into Massey?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, Massey expects around ABB at A Level or 30 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for Massey's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on Massey's own admissions page before applying.

How much does Massey cost for international students?

International tuition at Massey typically falls in the NZ$35,000–NZ$45,000/yr range (high tier for New Zealand). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not Massey's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for Massey?

Massey follows New Zealand's typical intake calendar: February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), with applications generally due early december for the february intake. Always verify the exact date on Massey's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for Massey?

New Zealand universities, including Massey, typically ask international applicants for 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0). Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is Massey known for?

New Zealand's most geographically distributed university, with a leading Veterinary School. Massey operates across three New Zealand campuses (Palmerston North, Auckland and Wellington) and runs the country's only Veterinary School, training the majority of New Zealand's practising vets. It's also New Zealand's leading provider of distance/online education.

Can I apply to Massey with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — Massey accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free New Zealand University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against Massey and every other New Zealand university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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