Overview

The Master of Construction - Without Specialisation at Massey University is a unique degree. It focuses on building in-depth knowledge of specific aspects of construction. It is the only qualification in New Zealand that has specifically developed postgraduate construction courses.

This master’s qualification builds on Massey’s bachelor's degree in construction – the only one offered in New Zealand.

120-credit option

You can complete the Master of Construction with 120 credits of study if you enter via one of these Advanced Entry pathways:

a Bachelor of Construction plus two years of post-study professional experience; or
a Bachelor of Construction (Honours); or

a four-year Bachelor with Honours degree in a construction-related field.

Career

There is a shortage of qualified graduates with skills in this area - there is more than $90 billion of construction work (covering both building and infrastructure work) to be done in New Zealand alone over the next 30 years. Demand in many countries beyond New Zealand is even bigger.

The construction industry is a significant contributor to any country’s economy. It is often used as a catalyst industry to spur further economic growth – because it has a ‘multiplier’ or knock-on effect on the rest of the economy.

The New Zealand construction industry is likely to face acute shortages. Consider the following.

In Auckland, there have been suggestions that with the estimated population growth of close to a further million people, another 300,000 new homes need to be built. Assuming each new house costs $300,000 to build, that translates to $90 billion worth of work.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Built Environment
Human Resource Management and Workplace Relations
Sustainable Property Development
Digital Technology Applications in Construction

International Construction
Interior Lighting Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-07-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

120-credit pathways available for applicants who meet Advanced Entry criteria

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 11 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

To enter the Master of Construction you will:

(thesis pathway)

have been awarded or qualified for a construction related four year Bachelor with Honours degree or a Bachelor of Construction (Honours) or equivalent qualification with a minimum grade average of B over the contributing courses for the Honours year; or
have been awarded or qualified for a relevant Bachelor’s degree followed by a relevant Postgraduate Certificate with a minimum grade average of B+ over the contributing courses for the Postgraduate Certificate, or equivalent.

(coursework pathway)

have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Construction or equivalent qualification with a minimum grade average of B across the highest level courses; or

have been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Construction or equivalent qualification and have completed at least two years of relevant post-study professional experience; or

Further requirements are on the programme's page.

Tuition Fee

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International

44660 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 44660 NZD per year during 12 months.
National

8149 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8149 NZD per year during 12 months.

National: $8,149.50 to $10,364.50

Living costs for Palmerston North

1100 - 2100 NZD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Construction - Without Specialisation.

Available Scholarships

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

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