Bachelor of Information Sciences in Software Engineering

at Massey University - Auckland Campus New Zealand

Physiology is a rapidly advancing and exciting subject area. Just how important is physiology? It’s the only biological science for which you can win a Nobel Prize!

Physiology explains how cells, tissues, and organs work together to maintain normal body function. It is the basis of modern medicine, connecting science and health, so we can recognise and understand problems, helping us develop new treatments for disease. You will gain a broad understanding of the functions and integration of the major organ systems of the body, progressing to more in-depth insights as your study progresses.

Massey’s BA (Psychology) will help you explore how the brain works, and understand how we think, behave and make decisions. With a Massey BA (Psychology) you will explore the thoughts, feelings and actions of individuals and groups in a social and cultural context. Psychology will help you make sense of the human impact on the world in which we live. At Massey, you’ll learn about the natural, social and biological side as well as research methods and applications of psychology.

Psychology will help you make sense of the human impact on the world in which we live. At Massey, you’ll learn about the natural, social and biological side as well as research methods and applications of psychology.

Psychology combines:

• Natural science, focusing on perception, cognition, learning and the biological bases of behaviour;
• Social science, dealing with emotions, individual differences, behaviour and relationships and the wider social context.

Specialise in Without Specialisation for your Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology at Massey
Massey University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology gives you the opportunity to join the pathway to in-depth research at a master’s level. 

If you complete the qualification at a satisfactory level you may be able to proceed to the Master of Science. If so, credits you have gained through this qualification may be credited to the master’s qualification.

Study the Master of Construction (Quantity Surveying) and fast-track your career. The Master of Construction (Quantity Surveying) is one of the first construction-focused management programs in New Zealand. It will provide you with the advanced skills and knowledge required of senior quantity surveyors and commercial managers. Massey’s Master of Construction courses are specifically developed for construction.

With Massey’s Master of Supply Chain Management you will gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain concepts and the skills to solve complex problems.

The management of supply chain relationships and optimisation of global logistics are paramount to business success. Firms are constantly searching for innovative ways to enhance their value offerings. Many have come to realise the importance of capable supply chain professionals.

The Master of Supply Chain Management is the most advanced Massey qualification in the discipline. You will become a master of this subject area. You’ll be equipped with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain concepts. The programme is specifically designed to help you develop independent learning skills and a critical perspective.

You’ll acquire the ability to rigorously solve complex problems and be able to articulate insights to a range of stakeholders.

Take your accountancy career to the next level. You'll gain an excellent understanding of accountancy principles and practical applications, skills that employers are looking for.
Whatever your accountancy career ambitions are, this qualification will help you get there. The Master of Professional Accountancy is open to graduates with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

Develop your abilities to think and reason, to express your thoughts clearly and concisely and to critically evaluate complex ideas. These skills will make you a highly employable graduate.

Philosophy isn’t just about abstract thinking. Massey’s BA (Philosophy) offers you the chance to learn highly applicable and useful skills. Studying philosophy develops your critical thinking skills: your ability to assess whether arguments are rationally compelling and to make your arguments compelling to others.

You will learn how to:

• Express your thoughts concisely and clearly
• How to engage constructively in debate
• How to deal with unusual and difficult ideas
• How to look at problems in new ways.

The Master of Quality Systems is unique in New Zealand. It is the only graduate-level tertiary academic qualification in quality management throughout New Zealand and Australia. It will give you a career advantage in seeking positions related to quality management.

What will you learn?
This program focuses on developing critical awareness of and expertise in the following areas:

• Quality management and its component aspects (inspection, quality control, assurance, and continual improvement).
• Contemporary quality thinking and methods including iso systems, statistical thinking, systems thinking, business excellence, lean, and six sigma improvement.
• The application of management theory to quality systems
• Ability to conduct self-directed research in an aspect of quality management theory or practice
• research methods
• Management of people undertaking quality projects and the people-related aspects of quality program implementation.

Topics you will study include quality systems design, lean management, six sigma statistical analysis, value chain management and quality improvement. You will learn how to undertake in-depth research, followed by your own in-depth research (thesis) on an area of interest to you.

The Graduate Diploma in Arts (English) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects to get the equivalent of a major in English. You can then apply for a postgraduate qualification in English if you wish.With Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Arts (English) you’ll experience great literature in English, from Shakespeare to the present day. Our courses are taught by active researchers who share your love of literature: they’ll introduce you to remarkable writing and the reasons why it matters.

The Bachelor of Business (Economics) is a versatile degree where you will learn how the world of business works and gain the skills to interpret global information and events. In this major you can specialise in a number of areas including: international trade and finance, resource and environmental economics, financial economics, managerial economics and public policy.

The Bachelor of Business will give you the leadership, communication and critical thinking skills that will make you a sought-after employee. It will give you skills you can use in many different types of businesses, in New Zealand and around the world.