Study in New Zealand (in English) - ISEP Exchange
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Experience an outdoor lover’s dream surrounded by islands, volcanos, and geo-thermal hot springs in a country where endless opportunities for adventure await.
• Massey offers a broad range of academic options while also offering an action-packed experience both in and outside of the classroom for adventure, arts and culture enthusiasts alike.
• Connect with peers in a welcoming and inclusive campus environment where creativity and diversity are celebrated through a vast range of student associations including “Rainbow Students at Massey.”
LIFE ABROAD
Gain an in-depth world class education and inside look into Maori culture all while having access to an endless number of outdoor activities in New Zealand, including skiing, hiking, and surfing!
LIVE
Connect with globally engaged citizens in a self-catered student apartment located on, or within 10 minutes walking distance of campus! Each student housing option has gender neutral bathrooms, access to laundry facilities, and single rooms available with shared common areas.
DINE
Prepare meals in a communal kitchenette alongside new friends from all over the world who are living in student accommodations. Explore the rich food scene by visiting a farmers' market to try some local staples like fish and chips, hand pies, and New Zealand lamb kabobs!
EXPERIENCE
Easy access to airports, trains, and bus systems to explore all the wonder New Zealand has to offer! Travel north to the bustling city of Auckland and visit beaches, vineyards, or go on a breath-taking hike along the coast. Spend the weekend visiting picturesque destinations like Fiordland National Park, Waitomo Cave, or Hobbiton located outside Matamata!
EXPLORE
After class, wander around the Manawatū River Pathway or visit the vibrant Victoria Esplanade Gardens. Immerse in the sports-obsessed culture of New Zealand by visiting the local rugby museum or by joining a recreational team at the Manawatu: one of New Zealand’s oldest rugby unions.
THRIVE
Maintain or start a fitness routine by joining Develop meaningful cross-cultural connections by joining a wide range of available faith-based, academic, cultural, or LGBTQIA+ student associations on campus. Resources are available for students seeking support for mental health, childcare facilities for dependents, or invisible and visible disabilities.
GLOBAL STUDENT ATHLETE PROGRAM
Massey University also offers a unique Global Student Athlete program that allows male and female student-athletes to combine international coaching and training with one or two semesters of overseas study. You will train with the elite sportspeople of the Manawatū region and have opportunities to engage with both professional athletes and New Zealand representatives of your sport. Learn more about the global student athlete program.
INTERNSHIP
Gain international work experience with a credit-bearing internship in business, communication, journalism, or marketing. Past placements include media companies, arts agencies, sports organizations, and global non-profits.
What We Love About Massey University
This program provides the option to explore the vast natural beauty of New Zealand, take advantage of world class outdoor adventure activities, all while immersing in Maori culture!
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Course Description
Massey University has a rich academic history, particularly in the fields of agriculture and animal studies. They now offer over 150 programs including sciences, education, arts, humanities and social sciences, aviation, horticulture, engineering, food science and technology, biotechnology, advanced material sciences and product development.
Massey also offers a unique opportunity for student athletes. Their Global Student Athlete program allows male and female student-athletes to combine international coaching and training with one or two semesters of overseas study.
The chart below highlights some of the more popular classes students have taken in the past. Use this to get started on your own academic planning for your study abroad in New Zealand.
Credits Earned
Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to 60 credits which ISEP recommends is the equivalent of 12-15 U.S. Credit Hours. Each paper (class) will be worth 15 points (credits).
If you use financial aid, please speak with a qualified financial aid advisor to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial aid.
Sample Classes Available:
Biology |
Business |
Health Sciences |
Communications |
Psychology |
Conservation Biology (Semester I & II) |
Global Business (Semester I&II) |
Applied Sciences for Health Professionals (Semester II) |
Creative Communication (Semester I & II) |
Personnel Psychology and Career Development (Semester I & II) |
Evolutionary Biology (Semester II) |
Business and Sustainability (Semester I & II) |
Primary Health Care and Health Promotion ( Semester I& II) |
Intercultural Communication (Semester I) |
Advanced Indigenous Psychologies (Semester I) |
Proteins and Cell Biology (Semester I & II) |
Business Finance (Semester I & II) |
Mental Health Promotion (Semester II) |
Marketing Communication and Advertising (Semester II) |
Brain and Behavior (Semester I & II) |
Foundation Human Bioscience (Semester I & II) |
Music Business Development (Semester I) |
Te Ao Kori and Health Promotion (Semester I) |
Communication Development in Children (Semester II) |
Data Analysis (Semester I) |
Academics
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Academic Program Notes:
• Massey University’s Global Student Athlete program allows male and female student-athletes to combine international coaching and training with one or two semesters of overseas study. Students will train with the elite athletes of the Manawatū region and have opportunities to engage with both professional athletes and New Zealand representatives of their respective sports.
• Strength and Conditioning provides athletes from any sport with structured personal training sessions to improve their stamina and fitness.
• Elite Sport Services combine comprehensive workshops, performance tracking, and a sport centre membership.
• Rugby is an opportunity for overseas rugby players to train alongside professional coaches and athletes in New Zealand.
• Equestrian gives experienced riders three riding sessions per week, focusing on dressage or showjumping, and all necessary equipment for your horse.
• Cricket includes coaching by international players, weekly training sessions, placement into a local cricket team, and enrolment in Elite Sport Services.
• Students with a strong background in communication, journalism, or marketing can apply for a full semester internship. The Communication Internship involves a placement in a media company, for-profit business, community arts agency, sports organisation, governmental department, or global non-profit. Internships are available on all three Massey campuses during semester 1 and 2. The internship will serve as one of the four courses you take at Massey during the semester.
• Business internships are available on the Palmerston North-Manawatū Campus.
• Students interested in taking courses at the New Zealand School of Music or the College of Creative Arts should consult special application instructions for audition tape and portfolio submission requirements.
• Massey University follows the Southern Hemisphere calendar. If you are considering studying for a full-year in New Zealand, you should consider starting your program at the beginning of Massey’s academic year in February.
Programs are called “qualifications” in New Zealand and a program area of focus is called a “specialization”. Classes are called both “courses” and “papers”. Most courses are worth 15 credits per semester. Students can expect to spend 10 hours per week attending lectures and required discussions, completing readings and assignments.
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