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NZD 38680

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences will give you the software design and development skills needed to make you a sought-after employee, both in New Zealand, and internationally.

Massey is one of the few universities in New Zealand where your information sciences qualification covers all five disciplines of computer science, data science, information technology, information systems and software engineering.  Many graduates have found it really useful to complete the Graduate Diploma “with no endorsement”.  This means that you can select the courses you are most interested in from across the range of subjects.  You are strongly encouraged to select “no endorsement”.

You’ll learn a broad spectrum of skills from business management through to software development.  So you’ll emerge from your studies at Massey with a well-rounded understanding of the whole industry. You’ll gain the applied skills that you’ll need to become an excellent ICT professional.

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Additional Information

Program Level Graduate Certificate/Diploma

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Feb 2025, Jul 2025

Closed

Jul 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    38680

    Tuition Fee
    (NZD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (NZD)

    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
    (NZD)

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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    Massey Business School Promising Student Assistance Bursary

    These bursaries were established in 2016 and are funded by the Massey Business School Development Fund. At least five bursaries will go to a student in each of the five schools, and one bursary each will be given to M?ori, Pasifika and international students.

    • Who we're looking for - We're looking for students who are facing financial hardship or other circumstances that may hinder them from progressing in their studies.
    • Eligibility criteria - You must be studying within the Massey Business School.


    Application checklist

    Include the following with your application:

    • a personal statement, of no more than 400 words, outlining your circumstances and future academic and career plans
    • a letter of support from a referee, either academic or character, speaking to the merits of your circumstances an academic transcript for any study completed outside of Massey University

    Selection considerations - When choosing our recipients, we will consider your financial need and academic achievements. We may also consider your good character.

    Colin Aiken Plant Breeding Bursary

    This bursary was established in 2015 to promote plant breeding as a career. It was set up in association with South Pacific Seed Sales (NZ) Ltd with funds provided by royalties from sales of the Super Kumi hybrid variety of kumi kumi in acknowledgement of Colin Aiken who produced the variety. Mr Aiken died in 2017.

    • What you'll be studying - This is an undergraduate or postgraduate scholarship. Preference may be given to New Zealand citizens, though students of other nationalities will be considered
    • Eligibility criteria - You must be studying full-time in a subject area related to plant breeding.


    Application checklist

    Include the following with your application:

    •  Your CV
    •  A supporting statement outlining your interest in pursuing a career in plant breeding
    •  A budget outlining your annual expenses and any predicted earnings, including any awards and scholarships held to date


    Selection considerations - When choosing our recipient, we will consider your academic achievements and your career  intentions

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