Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand · QS World Rank #230
Living cost in New Zealand: NZD 20,000/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 6 |
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 90 | 20 |
| PTE | 58 | 50 |
| Duolingo | 120 | 105 |
| Cambridge | 176 | 169 |
University-wide postgraduate (sub-doctoral) minimum; some programmes have higher requirements in their qualification regulations. TOEFL min is Writing (pre-2026 scale) · official source
Verified programmes (3)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Environmental Management | Environmental Policy, Sustainability Science | 18 moIntake: Feb, Jul | NZD 51,180/yr | See official page |
| Master of International Development | International Development, Humanitarian Action | 18 moIntake: Feb, Jul | NZD 38,840/yr | See official page |
| Master of Sustainable Development Goals | Sustainability Science, International Development | 18 moIntake: Feb, Jul | NZD 38,840–51,180/yr | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
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What master's programmes does Massey University offer?
We have verified 3 master's programmes at Massey University against its official pages, concentrated in Environmental Policy, Sustainability Science, International Development, Humanitarian Action.
How much is international tuition at Massey University?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about NZD 38,840–51,180. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does Massey University require?
Massey University's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 6.5 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in New Zealand as a student?
Student living costs in New Zealand are around NZD 20,000/yr (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at Massey University?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in New Zealand include: Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship, University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.