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To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Fine Arts you will :

• have gained a relevant bachelor's degree with a grade average that demonstrates an adequate level of preparation
• be selected into the programme through an interview and the assessment of a portfolio of submitted work
• have an appropriate level of English language proficiency.

You will need to submit verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

This programme is a 'selected entry' programme. This means as well as applying you will need to provide additional material as part of your application.

To enter the Bachelor of Nursing you will hold a current First Aid Certificate from an approved provider.

You will be selected into the programme on the basis of a process which includes providing:

• a personal supporting statement of about 300 words explaining why you wish to enter the nursing programme and profession, including why you feel you would make a good nurse. List any personal characteristics you have that demonstrate your suitability.
• a curriculum vitae of approximately three pages, which should include your academic and work history
• provide details of two character referees - these must not be family or friends
• if you are applying straight after completing secondary school (or a course at a private training establishment) you will supply a confidential report from your school or institution
• complete the vetting service request and consent form for a New Zealand Police check - a criminal record check under the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004
• provide a current police certificate from any overseas countries you have lived in for 12 months or more in the last 10 years
• complete the Health and Disability Declaration.
• An interview may be required.

To become a registered nurse, you will also have requirements during and at the end of your study.

To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Management you will have been awarded or qualified for:

• a Graduate Diploma in Emergency Management, or equivalent, with at least a B grade average, or
• a Graduate Certificate in Emergency Management or equivalent, with at least a B grade average, or
• an undergraduate degree and at least two years of relevant industry or professional experience.

You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

If you are applying with a bachelor's degree and relevant industry or professional experience, you will need to provide a curriculum vitae.

To enter the Postgraduate Certificate in Arts you will have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Arts (or equivalent) with a major in the intended postgraduate subject.

You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

To enter the Master of Creative Enterprise you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree with a B average in the highest level courses of your degree, or
• demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience.

You will also need to provide:

• a portfolio of creative works
• a written expression of interest
• verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

We recommend you attend a consultation with the Master of Creative Enterprise coordinator to discuss the application process and requirements.

This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.

In order to be considered for the Master of Clinical Psychology you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a master's degree with First Class or Second Class Division I Honours in Psychology with at least 120 credits of research, or the equivalent,

or

• have been awarded or qualified for a PhD in Psychology, and
• have completed the following courses, or their equivalents, obtaining at least a B+ average no longer than five years before the start of the internship year:
  • 175.781 Understanding Mental Distress;
  • 175.782 Clinical Psychology Assessment and
  • 175.783 Clinical Psychology Interventions, and
• meet the requirements set down by the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 as being a fit and proper person to be registered.

You will need to provide the following documents:

• a verified academic transcript (if your qualifications were not obtained from Massey University)
• a current CV or resume detailing your relevant training and experience
• a passport-sized photograph
• brief personal statement (up to 500 words) which includes your reasons for seeking a career in Clinical Psychology. You may also wish to list perceived strengths as well as skills you will bring to your studies and training as a Clinical Psychologist
• supporting statements from whanau/family (optional)
• name, occupation and email details of two referees. Referees will be automatically contacted to supply a confidential reference in relation to this programme.

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed before a final selection is made.

To enter the Bachelor of Creative Media Production (Honours) you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor of Creative Media Production or equivalent with at least a B grade average over the highest level courses.

You must provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.

To enter the Bachelor of Fine Arts with Honours you will:

• submit a portfolio (if you do well in NCEA Level 2 art, design or technology - or equivalent - you may not need to submit a portfolio. See details below.)
• attend an interview in person or over Skype.

This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.

To be admitted to the Graduate Diploma in Fine Arts you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree, or equivalent, or
• have demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience.

You will also need to:

• take part in an interview at which you demonstrate readiness to undertake your desired course of study
• submit a satisfactory portfolio of work to show you are at the standard necessary to undertake work up to 300-level and beyond
• provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities.

This programme is a selected entry programme. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.

To enter the Doctor of Clinical Psychology you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor with honours or master's in psychology with the award of first class or second class division I honours, or equivalent
• have passed the following courses (or their equivalent) in your qualifying degree:
  • 175.738 Psychological Research: Principles of Design
  • 175.781 Understanding Mental Distress
  • 175.782 Clinical Psychology Assessment
  • 175.783 Clinical Psychology Interventions
• have sufficient personal qualities, ethical standards and professional potential to satisfy the Doctoral Research Committee you have the capacity to successfully undertake the programme, and to satisfy the requirements for eligibility to practice as a Registered Psychologist in accordance with the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act of 2003 (or as amended)
• supply all documentation as listed below
• be offered a place in the programme following a selection interview.

Please note that there are more applicants than places, and candidates who meet the above conditions also need to be offered a place following a selection interview.

Applications close 1 September of the preceding year. No late applications will be accepted.

You must ensure that all documentation is supplied well in advance of the closing date. If you are applying close to the deadline you will need to ensure your referees are advised, as their report must be received by the closing date.

To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree or equivalent, with at least a B- grade average in the 300-level majoring courses or equivalent

You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

To enter the Graduate Diploma in Journalism you will:

• have been awarded or qualified for an undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification, or
• have been admitted to the qualification on the basis of equivalent relevant professional experience.

To ensure this qualification is right for you, you will be required to submit a short personal statement detailing why you wish to study this qualification and your relevant industry experience (if any).

If you already have an undergraduate degree, you are strongly advised to consider doing the Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism.