Postgraduate Prospectus 2021
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2021 POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS WELCOME 03 Welcome 04 What is postgraduate study? 06 Reputation and rankings 07 Why choose Massey University? 08 Scholarships 09 Māori at Massey 10 Pacific at Massey 11 Admission 12 Resources and services for Postgraduate Students 13 Massey Doctorates WHAT CAN I STUDY? 14 What can I study? NGA IHIRANGI CONTENTS 18 A-Z of postgraduate programmes CONTACT MASSEY 36 Contact Massey for more information UPDATED JULY 2020 Please note: The information contained in this publication is indicative of the offerings available in 2021 and subsequent years. This information may be subject to change. While all reasonable efforts will be made to ensure listed programmes are offered and regulations are up to date, the University reserves the right to change the COVER: Dan Walker content or method of presentation, or to withdraw any qualification or part thereof, Master's degree graduate or impose limitations on enrolments. For the most up to date information please go to www.massey.ac.nz Mahinarangi Kerehoma Te Aho Paerewa: Postgraduate Diploma Māori Medium Teaching and Learning 03 POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT MASSEY IN 2021 WELCOME HE MIHI FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR E te huinga tauira e tau nei, nau mai, haere mai. I am proud of Massey University. As a world-class research university, Haere mai rā ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa. Tomokia te whare ako, te whare it solves real-world problems in partnership with its industries and o te mātauranga, kia tīkina mai ai ngā kete o te wānanga. Mā tēnei ara, communities. It is unique amongst the New Zealand universities, e tutuki ai ngā wawata me ngā tūmanako e ngākaunuitia ana mō te providing flexible, high quality teaching across a range of subjects which rangi āpōpō. Haere mai ki ōna whenua kura, ko Turitea ki Manawatū, ko are informed, and taught by world-renowned researchers. Otehā ki Ōkahukura, ko Pukeahu ki Te Ūpoko o Te Ika. Ko Te Pūrehuroa Our research covers critical areas such as food, agriculture and e whakahuatia nei, he rarangi whetū ki te rangi, he hīnātore ki te environmental science. We excel in design, creative arts and music. Our māramatanga. Inā hoki, ahakoa he tīmatanga, kāhore he mutunga o tēnei strengths across the humanities social sciences, health, engineering mahi te whai i te mātauranga. Nō reira, nau mai, kia mārama ai ngā and business ensure graduates are innovative, enterprising and pūmanawa, kia pakari ai ngā pūkenga. Ka ea te kōrero, mā tini, mā mano entrepreneurial. Wherever you choose to study you will be able to access ka rapa te whai, ka hua ai te wānanga. a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Koia tēnei ko te reo maioha o Te Kunenga Pūrehuroa, e tukuna atu ana Massey is recognised as a student-centred university, and we are proud ngā mihi manahau ki a koutou katoa. E rarau ki te tapuwae nui o Tāne, of our commitment to Māori and the Treaty of Waitangi, alongside our ko Tāne-i-te-Wānanga, ko Tāne-nui-ā-Rangi. Kia ū ki te ara, kia mau ki te emphasis on equity of outcomes for Pacific Peoples. It is host to the mātauranga, kia manawanui ki te ako, hei oranga mātauranga mōu, mō National Centre for Tertiary Teaching Excellence and the Riddet Institute. tātou katoa. Kia toi te mana, kia tau te mauri, kia tupu te māramatanga ki International collaboration in education and research is fundamental to a tātou katoa. how we succeed. The name Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is a symbolic reference to the By joining Massey you are making a decision to carry on a tradition knowledge journey that you are about to embark upon. Te Pūrehuroa that has shaped New Zealand and made significant contributions represents the infinite constellations of stars that radiate the skies around the world. It is that history which makes Massey students so above us, illuminating a pathway towards a future that you will cultivate in-demand. Employers like the mix of values, practical competencies, and forge during your time here at Massey University. The acquisition entrepreneurship and relevant knowledge that a Massey graduate of knowledge brings with it a lifelong commitment to learning and is a represents. journey without end – from inception to infinity. We encourage you to This prospectus showcases all of our postgraduate offerings. You will draw inspiration from the many kōrero, or ancient narratives, that make learn about our three campuses at Auckland, Manawatū and Wellington Massey University so distinctive. In the spirit of the great knowledge and the flexibility of online and blended learning. There is information seeker Tāne, we hope that you prepare yourself well for the challenges about resources and services available for postgraduate students at ahead and that you may aspire to attain ultimate success. Massey. The back of this book lists postgraduate programmes offered at Massey, with brief descriptions and information about availability. Nāku noa, nā Whatever you choose to do, Massey is committed to ensuring you are prepared to take on whatever challenges you may encounter in the future. Professor Meihana Durie With a Massey degree you will make a difference in your world. I look Te Pūtahi-a-Toi, Massey University. forward to welcoming you. Professor Jan Thomas, Vice-Chancellor @ProfJanThomas 04 POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT MASSEY IN 2021 WHAT IS POSTGRADUATE HE AHA TE AKO PAERUA? STUDY? Postgraduate study enables you to take your career to the next level, FINDING TIME FOR STUDY through in-depth study in a particular area of interest. It helps you take Studying at university requires a significant time investment. Students your prior experience and knowledge, and use your initiative as you often comment that balancing their everyday commitments with study research, and contribute to your field of expertise. It requires planning, requirements can be challenging. It is important to carefully consider how dedication and will take time away from your everyday life, but ultimately many courses you should take, especially when beginning your study. your hard work could open the door to new opportunities and greater You should be realistic about the number of courses you can take in a responsibility. semester and consider all your existing commitments. You will need to spend approximately 10 to 12 hours each week for a 15-credit single HOW DOES IT DIFFER FROM UNDERGRADUATE STUDY? semester course, or about 5 to 6 hours per week for a 15-credit double During your undergraduate study, you will have learned many of the semester course. skills required to study successfully at postgraduate level. However, it is important to realise that postgraduate study requires greater PATHWAYS TO POSTGRADUATE STUDY independence, and you’ll need to use your own initiative in completing Most postgraduate students enter their study already possessing a course work and undertaking research projects. bachelor’s degree. However, if you want to change the direction or focus You’ll generally be expected to have some knowledge and prior experience of your study, you may need to begin with a graduate diploma. Master's in your subject area, however postgraduate study can also be used to degrees can be one or two year programmes, depending on your entry support a career transition. As an example, a person with a science PhD route. They can be mainly coursework, a combination of coursework and a may contemplate an MBA. You’ll be supported and encouraged by your research project or thesis, or a thesis only. Doctoral degrees are awarded supervisors in a range of ways, but in many circumstances, you’ll be in the entirely for research reported in your thesis (PhD) or for a combination of driving seat when it comes to getting work done. coursework and a thesis (the ‘Named’ doctorates). Postgraduate study is more strongly focused on theory and research in the discipline, and many postgraduate qualifications have a research TYPES OF PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE component. You’ll also be expected to possess a higher level of critical HONOURS DEGREE thinking and analysis, show that you read extensively, and can develop Honours degrees are postgraduate qualifications comprising an your own views, and defend them. additional year of study beyond the bachelor’s degree in the discipline. Entry to an honours degree requires prior high academic performance in ARE YOU READY FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDY? undergraduate degree study. Students selected for an honours degree Postgraduate study requires time, commitment, and a range of skills will enrol in the postgraduate degree after completing the undergraduate beyond those you may have needed as an undergraduate. We have degree. Completing an honours degree may qualify you for doctoral study provided a series of online tools and resources to help you think about the if your achievement is high enough. different aspects of studying at a distance, and to assess your abilities, time commitments and motivations for study. Check them out on the MASTER’S DEGREE Massey website: massey.ac.nz/postgrad A master’s programme allows you to undertake advanced study – usually on the main subject in your qualifying undergraduate degree. Some master's programmes allow you to move into a different discipline from your undergraduate study. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA A postgraduate diploma builds on your prior academic achievement, and generally takes one year of full-time study to complete. It can lead to further study at master's or doctorate level. 05 POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT MASSEY IN 2021 DOCTORATE The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is the qualification to kick-start your research career. It is the highest degree Massey offers and can be acquired in most of the disciplines. It may involve external supervisors from a research institute. It is Massey’s most supervised, fully research- based degree.