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Aviation

Massey University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #19
Tuition USD 35,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,138 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 12 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery Online
Location Palmerston North, New Zealand
Language English

Program Overview

The Aviation at Massey University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Aviation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 35,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,138 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Aviation programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Aviation Studies
  2. Aviation Management Practicum
  3. Environmental Impacts of Aviation
  4. Aviation Strategic Management
  5. Introduction to Management in Aviation
  6. Management in Aviation Systems
  7. Air Traffic Control/Aviation Law

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Entry Requirements:

  • Please upload a copy of your curriculum vitae (CV) including academic and work history. 
  • hold a Class One medical Certificate recognised by the CAA NZ and meet appropriate pilot aptitude selection criteria as defined from time to time by the School of Aviation, and 
    hold a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) - Aeroplane (A).
For more information, please visit programme website.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 35,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,138 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 35,620 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,138 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Massey University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Massey University

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Massey University

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Massey University(Māori:Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa) is apublicresearch universityinNew Zealandthat provides internal and distance education. The university has campuses inAuckland,Palmerston North,...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Feb, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months