Detailed Program Facts

Application Fee

  Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

 CAD 43,950 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Kaplan Group - Massey University - Auckland Campus

  CAD 20,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

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

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

• IELTS
  • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - 6 - With No Band Less Than
• TOEFL
  • Minimum Overall Score - 90.0  Minimum Writing - 20.0  
• PTE
  • Minimum Overall Score - 58.0  

• Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in the intended postgraduate subject, or equivalent.

• Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Career Opportunities

As a Master of Science graduate in biological sciences, you will have a wide range of career opportunities and can expect these to lead to leadership and managerial roles. These could be in areas including pure and applied research, quality control, product development, and positions of responsibility in medical, forensic, or analytical laboratories.

You could also work in government departments in policy development and analysis. Jobs in these areas can lead to high-level careers in management and administration in science and health-related fields:

• Crown Research Institutes (AgResearch, HortResearch, Plant & Food Research)
• Industry-based research institutes (dairy, meat, wool, wheat, forestry, leather)
• Wineries, breweries, food and animal feedstuff industries
• Pharmaceutical development and manufacturing
• Secondary and tertiary educational institutions
• Biotechnology companies
• Scientific publishers
• District health boards
• Environmental Protection Agency
• Ministry of Business and Enterprise.

A master’s degree in biological sciences provides graduates with internationally-marketable skills. It will provide opportunities for employment and careers across the globe.

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

With the coming of the new regulations, the New Zealand government has taken significant steps for international students. According to their pedagogy, students having completed Level 4 to 6 and non- degree level 7 qualifications with an additional year for Graduate Diploma Graduates of the qualifications get a one year work visa, the students having completed Level 4 to 6 and non- degree level 7 qualifications outside Auckland with an additional year for Graduate Diploma Graduates of the qualifications get a two year work visa the ones who have completed Level 7 or above get a three year work visa. Elaborate information on the visa is given on the dedicated institutional websites.
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