Undergraduate Full-Time On Campus
Bachelor of Arts
Tuition Fee
23,377 USD / year
Scholarships available
Duration
3 years
Start Date
February, July
Application Deadline
October, May
Location
Palmerston North, New Zealand
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A Massey Bachelor of Arts is your passport to discovering, questioning and understanding the big issues and big ideas. Discover new ways of making sense of life in the 21st century. You’ll explore humanity’s richness and diversity, its conflicts and cataclysms, its triumphs of art and knowledge.

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Massey University
Main campus: Palmerston North, New Zealand
  • Key information
  • Overview
  • Programme Structure
  • Admission requirements
  • Fees and funding
  • Scholarships Information
  • Visa information
  • Work Permit

Key information

Duration
Full-time 3 years

Start date & application deadlines
Starting Date
February, July

Application Deadline
October, May

Language
English

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6.0
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50
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80

Credits

360 Credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Social Sciences


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Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) at Massey University is a three-year degree offering 26 majors across humanities, social sciences, and creative fields. It develops critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills, preparing students for diverse careers. Students can start their major in the second year and study on-campus or via distance learning. The program is flexible, allowing exploration before specializing. Graduates can continue to postgraduate study or enter the workforce with strong transferable skills.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

  • Introduction to Psychology

  • Principles of Sociology

  • World History

  • English Literature

  • Cultural Anthropology

  • Political Science Basics

  • Philosophy and Ethics

 

 

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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4.0/5

English requirements

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6.0
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50
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80

Tuition Fee

Here’s what we charge for tuition.

International
23,377 USD/year
Tuition Fee
Based on a total tuition of 70,113 USD
Living costs for Palmerston North
878-900 USD/month
Living costs

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

Scholarships Information

As you're from Bangladesh, the scholarships below match your eligibility.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Visa information

Student Visas for New Zealand

Are you from Bangladesh? You might need a student visa...

Don’t worry, everything is ok. We’re on it, and we’re doing all we can to make your search for the right international degree in New Zealand a little easier and more enjoyable. Still, while we’re catching up, you can always beat us to it and:

 

  • Check if you really need a student visa.
    Since you’re from Bangladesh and planning full-time academic study in New Zealand, yes, you’ll definitely need a student visa.
  • Start exploring the official website of Immigration New Zealand.
    For Bangladeshi applicants, the New Zealand High Commission in India (New Delhi) handles student visas. That’s where all the latest and most reliable information lives. Bookmark it, read it, reread it.
  • Check the deadlines.
    The visa process can take several weeks, and missing a step or delaying your appointment could mean missing the start of your semester. Not the kind of plot twist you want.
  • Go on a paperwork treasure hunt.
    Passport?
    Letter of acceptance from a New Zealand institution?
    Visa application form, proof of accommodation, bank statements, health insurance, academic transcripts… yes, the list is long. And yes, you’ll need every single piece.
  • Start saving up.
    You’ll need to show you can financially support yourself while studying in New Zealand. That means proving you can cover tuition, living expenses, travel, and maybe even your weekend coffees in Auckland.
  • Boost your English skills.
    Even if you’ve already taken IELTS, TOEFL, or the Duolingo English Test - it never hurts to keep improving. Strong English skills help at your visa interview and make life in New Zealand so much easier.

 

All in all, getting your New Zealand student visa might feel like a lot but it’s one big step toward an even bigger adventure.

Thanks and good luck!

 

 

Work Permit

 

Find out all you need to know about work permit regulations for studying part-time (during studies) and full-time (after studies) in New Zealand.

Work while studying in New Zealand

If you’re an international student, you may need a work permit or work visa conditions to combine studying with working in New Zealand.

 

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How can I apply?
Apply through Immigration New Zealand or your university’s international student office. Speak to your student advisor or designated officer for guidance and permission.

Application requirements

  • Valid student visa for New Zealand

  • Enrollment confirmation from your university

  • Approval or permission from your university or educational institution

 

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Duration of work permit
The work rights are valid as long as you remain enrolled and hold a valid student visa with work conditions.

 

Maximum hours of work per week

  • Up to 20 hours per week during term time

  • Full-time work allowed during official university holidays

 

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Required documents

  • Letter from university confirming enrollment

  • Job offer letter from employer (if applicable)

  • Valid passport and student visa with work conditions

  • Work authorization documents as required by New Zealand immigration laws

 

 

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