Program Overview
The International Development at Massey University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered Hybrid. 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 International Development 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 33,060 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,906 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Palmerston North, New Zealand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Development and Underdevelopment
- Development Management
- Gender and Development
- Sustainable Development
- Globalisation and Development
- Development Research Design
- Development Practicum
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in International Development requires you to have a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Development Studies, or equivalent, with a minimum B- average across the 300 level courses.
You may also apply if you have a Bachelors degree with a B- average across the 300 level courses along with relevant field or industry experience of an appropriate kind and duration. You will need to provide you curriculum vitae outlining your experience.
For more information, please visit programme website.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,060 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,906 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,060 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,906 (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
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
