Overview

This eight- course programme in Aviation at Massey University acknowledges and recognises that having significant aviation experience has real value.

You may have an interest in the aviation industry. Or you are already working in this area. If so, and you do not already have an aviation-related qualification, the Graduate Diploma in Aviation is the stepping stone to take you to the next level.

The programme offers two options:

Aviation Studies, or
Flight Instruction (full time, by selection only)

The Aviation Studies option is available part time and/or by distance. It is therefore particularly useful for those who may be working while studying.

If you already hold an undergraduate degree this programme enables you to study another discipline without completing a full second bachelor’s degree.

The Graduate Diploma in Aviation draws on existing courses from the Bachelor of Aviation Management, giving an insight into the full undergraduate degree.

Topics covered include:

aviation human factors
aviation security issues
airline strategic management
legal issues in aviation.

A background in these topics will expand the range of careers open to you in the aviation industry.

Career

The Graduate Diploma in Aviation programme at Massey University is a bridging tool to gain the equivalent of an undergraduate major in a specific area so you can go on to postgraduate study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aviation Human Factors

Managing Airline Systems

Aviation Safety Management

Heavy Aeroplane Performance

Environmental Impacts of Aviation
Check and Training for Airlines

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-05 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, or
have demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience
meet the prerequisite requirements for the 200-level courses.

If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, you will need to supply a copy of your CV including academic and work history.

For this endorsement you need to:

hold a Class One medical certificate recognised by the CAA NZ and meet appropriate pilot aptitude selection criteria
hold a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) - Aeroplane (A).

You will also provide a copy of:

your CV including academic and work history
a copy of your Commercial Pilot's Licence. You can upload an electronic copy of this document, but please also supply a verified hard copy to the University.
a copy of your NZCAA Class One Medical Certificate. You can upload an electronic copy with your enrolment.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43440 NZD / year

≈ 43440 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9157 NZD / year

≈ 9157 NZD / year

Living costs

Palmerston North

New Zealand

1100 - 2100 NZD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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