Graduate Diploma in Arts - Creative Writing

at Massey University - Manawatu Campus New Zealand

A Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Earth Science) is a stepping stone to a research-based degree.Massey University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Earth Science) gives you the opportunity to join the pathway to in-depth research at a masters level. The qualification consists of 90 credits of taught courses and 30 credits of research. If you complete the qualification at a satisfactory level you may be able to proceed to the Master of Science (Earth Science). If so, credits you have gained through this qualification may be credited to the master’s qualification.

With Massey's Master of Engineering, you will develop a more in-depth understanding of an area of your choice, within the field of chemical and bioprocess engineering.

Nearly all life on Earth is ultimately dependent on the primary productivity of plants. The study of plants is a fascinating investigation of the history of life, the natural world and the future of life on Earth.

The Bachelor of Science (Plant Science) will help you understand the crucial biological processes that underpin the very basis of life on Earth. Studying plant science will give you a solid understanding of the fundamental elements of the structure and function of plants, how plants grow and interact with their environment, and how to apply this knowledge in both natural and managed ecosystems.

Massey’s Bachelor of Resource and Environmental Planning (BRP) is a unique degree that combines urban and natural resource planning.A planning profession is a future-focused discipline that deals with the natural and human dimensions of the world around us. It is concerned with the diversity of our communities, productivity of our economy, and vitality of our natural systems.

You’ll study core planning courses. You’ll also take a minor in a related subject that meets your particular interests and aspirations.

The Bachelor of Animal Science (Animal Genetics and Breeding) is ideal for you if you have an interest in genetics in relation to animals. You’ll learn: How effective breeding strategies can both improve animal health and be more effective for farming and agriculture

• How effective breeding strategies can both improve animal health and be more effective for farming and agriculture
• About reproductive physiology and reproductive technologies 
• How breeding and genetics can help improve the performance of animals
• How to set up a genetic improvement programme based on breeding goals
• How to collect relevant information, analyse it and make decisions to attain those goals.

Specialise in Chemistry for your Master of Science at Massey
Massey University’s Master of Science (Chemistry) gives you the opportunity to use the latest advancements across a broad range of disciplines. Make your own discoveries in the field of chemistry.

Massey’s chemistry lecturers have an extensive range of experience and expertise across both organic and inorganic chemistry. The department also has strong links to related areas like biological science and material science. No matter what your research interest, Massey’s focus on fundamental, natural and mathematical sciences means you will have access to a broad range of experts to assist you to develop your own research and expertise.

Gain in-depth specialist business skills that will help take your career to the next level.

What will you learn?
A master’s is a rigorous, challenging, rewarding and exciting qualification of study. Your study will focus on your chosen specialisation, in the context of other business disciplines. This reflects the reality of today’s business environment.

You will learn the processes and disciplines involved in high-level in-depth research and how to apply them to business. You will complete and present a comprehensive written report on an independent research topic.

We utilise our relationships with industry and help you draw on experience you may have to give your learning context and relevance to the real world.

The Master of Business Studies will also develop your oral and written communication skills to the level expected of senior business leaders.

With Massey's Master of Engineering, you will develop a more in-depth understanding of an area of your choice, within the field of electronics and computer engineering.

Learn from, and research with, highly-skilled, researchers in horticulture. A Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Horticultural Science) is the stepping stone to a research-based qualification.

Massey University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Horticultural Science) gives you the opportunity to join the pathway to in-depth research at a master's level. The qualification consists of 90 credits of taught courses and 30 credits of research.

The qualification gives you the opportunity to show your analytical thinking and high-level research capability.

Every day new food products and food ingredients are developed. The large-scale food manufacturing processes needed to bring these safely and sustainably to the world are designed and managed by food engineers. With the Massey University food process engineering major, you will have the skills and knowledge to work in and to eventually lead this exciting global industry.

The world’s growing population needs healthy and safe foods and New Zealand is an important link in the global food supply chain to meet this demand.