Important Information You Need to Know. Before Completing the Application Form
It is important that you read the information on the page Information You Need to Know to help you decide whether you are eligible for admission to Massey University as an International student
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Application closing dates:
Applications for Semester One close on 1st December.
Applications for Semester Two close on 1st May.
(NOTE: Once unconditional admission is approved it is your responsibility to arrive on campus
prior to the International Orientation)

Semester dates:
Programmmes of study commence Semester One, however some programmes also commence in Semester 2.
Semester One - late February to early June
Semester Two - mid July to mid October
The University operates a third semester each year (November-February). Students may enroll in selected papers.
Semester Three - November to February (selected courses for international students already enrolled in a degree programme only)
The main intake is February each year for all courses. It is possible to enroll in some courses for Semester Two (July). Doctoral study can begin at any time.

 Scholarships and financial assistance:
Massey University does not have financial assistance or scholarships available for undergraduate International students.
There are however a limited number of partial scholarships available for doctoral candidates.
Applications for these scholarships close on 1 July and 1 October each year. Application forms are available

Commonwealth Scholarships:
The New Zealand Vice-chancellors' Committee offers a limited number of scholarships to graduates of other Commonwealth countries under the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan. Contact the Massey University Scholarships Office for details (address above).
New Zealand Agency for International Development
NZAID Study Awards:
These are fully funded scholarships provided by the New Zealand Government under its bilateral aid programme for selected students from developing countries. Students must be nominated by their home governments

NZAID Postgraduate Scholarships:
These are fully funded scholarships for students from selected developing countries, administered by Massey University on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The scholarship does not include English language training and is awarded on the basis of academic merit, developmental relevance of the qualification to the home country, gender, and regional representation. Application forms are available from the International Students' Office, Massey University.
Applications close on 31 July each year.

To Download a Printable Application & Declaration Form:
The Massey University International Students Application Form (PDF)

What you need to attach to your application form:
Please make sure the following pieces of information are attached to your completed application form.
NOTE: Any documents that are missing could delay acceptance of your application until they are received in

 Massey International Students' Office :
officially certified true copies of your original academic transcripts and certificates
an official English language translation of the above documents, where necessary
the grade assessment schedule used for each course/institution
information describing the structure and content of the courses undertaken if you are applying for credit
official evidence of a name change (e.g. deed poll or marriage certificate) if you have changed your name since gaining your qualifications
If you are an undergraduate student and you apply for credit (from an incomplete qualification) or cross-credit/advanced standing (from a completed qualification) towards a Massey University degree, you will be notified by letter from the appropriate College.