Study in Wellington (in English)
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
• Enjoy the endless beauty New Zealand has to offer while studying at a centrally located campus in the capital city of Wellington, a cosmopolitan haven surrounded by rolling green hills and stunning harbor views
• Get inspired by Wellington’s creative community! Study media, communications, design, business, Maori Visual Arts, sport management, and more.
• Engage with a culture known for its legendary hospitality, award-winning culinary scene, and commitment to sustainability with the most used public transportation system in all of New Zealand
LIFE ABROAD
Engage in endless opportunities to immerse yourself in the cultural and natural beauty of New Zealand! Enjoy access to a vast range of modern amenities in the capital city of Wellington, while also learning about the historic and impactful culture of the Māori people.
LIVE
Live in a furnished 3- or 5-bedroom apartment in a modern building just a 5-minute walk to campus! Apartments have a shared kitchen, living space, and bathroom.
DINE
Prepare meals in your shared kitchen—the supermarket is just a 3-minute walk away! Alternatively, enjoy a meal at one of the many cafes or bakeries within walking distance, or purchase a meal plan to eat in the campus dining hall. On-campus cafes also provide a convenient spot for coffee and snacks.
EXPERIENCE
You’ll love living and studying at Massey’s centrally-located downtown Wellington campus, surrounded by luscious green mountains and sandy beaches. In Wellington, New Zealand’s breath-taking scenery can be easily accessed through the expansive public transit system. Ride the historic Wellington cable car to enjoy stunning panoramic city views or hop on a bus to visit Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary to take in the incredible flora and fauna.
EXPLORE
Wellington offers endless activities and areas to explore for visitors to embrace living like a local. After class, head downtown to delve into the vintage shopping scene or watch a rugby match at a local café while enjoying the impeccable coffee culture. Stroll the mesmerizing civic square to take in imaginative artwork all around you before heading to town hall to enjoy a concert or heading to the waterfront to savor some locally brewed beer.
THRIVE
Massey’s Wellington campus offers extensive facilities for your studies and well-being! You’ll have access to world-class art, design, and film production studios and labs, health science research labs, marae, and more. The Student’s Association organizes events and hosts a student lounge for relaxing. For an additional fee, you can join the Recreation Centre, which includes yoga and group fitness classes and a state-of-the-art gym. Counseling, tutoring, and extensive student support services are also available.
INTERNSHIP
Gain international professional experience with a credit-bearing internship in communication, journalism, or marketing. Past placements include media companies, arts agencies, sports organizations, and global non-profits.
What We Love About Wellington
Wellington has it all- a thriving cultural and arts scene with mesmerizing beaches, mountains, and endless natural beauty surrounding the city at every corner of this bustling friendly city!
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Course Description
Massey University's Wellington campus is a hub for creative studies, and is approved by NASAD and ranked in the QS Top 100 universities worldwide for art and design.
The chart below highlights some of the more popular classes student 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:
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Communications |
Journalism |
Visual Arts |
Film Production |
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Brand Communication |
Global, Investigative, and Data Journalism |
Art Studio |
Animation Production |
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Fashion Communication |
News Media and Society |
Art & Design |
Applied Producing & Directing |
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Media Law & Ethics |
Culture, Power, and the Media |
Contemporary Art Projects |
Documentary Film |
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Marketing Communication & Advertising
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Specialist Reporting |
Creative Communities |
Production Planning and Development |
Academics
Other Academic Conditions
Academic Program Notes:
• 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.
• 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.
Semester & Prices
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