Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology – GCertScTech

The Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology is a flexible postgraduate study option that allows students to expand their knowledge or learn a new subject without completing a second bachelor’s degree.

Overview

• This qualification is classified as NZQF Level 7.
• It requires the same English language standard as most undergraduate bachelor degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
• The Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology is a great option for those interested in any aspect of science and technology, from interior design to energy efficiency.

Type of Qualification

• Graduate certificate
• Level of study: Graduate study
• Time to complete: 6 months full-time (60 credits), with part-time options available
• International students: Open to international students on campus in New Zealand, or studying online outside New Zealand

Entry Requirements

• Admission to Massey: All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
• Specific requirements:
  • Been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in the area you wish to study, or
  • Accepted as having equivalent status to a university graduate on the basis of equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Background: Adequate background for the courses you wish to study.
• English language requirements: Meet Massey University's English language standards.

Qualification Structure

• Structure of the Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology: Follow a flexible course of study totaling at least 60 credits (4 courses), which is 1 semester of study.
• Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology (Without Specialization): The majority of available courses are those listed under the Bachelor of Science and its majors.
• Courses and Specializations: Some qualifications let you choose what subject you'd like to specialize in.

Courses and Specialisations

• Key terms:
  • Courses: Each qualification has its own specific set of courses.
  • Course code: Each course is numbered using 6 digits.
  • Credits: Each course is worth a number of credits.
  • Specialisations: Some qualifications let you choose what subject you'd like to specialize in.
• Credit summary: 60 credits
• Either:
  • Courses from the Schedule – 60 credits
  • No more than 15 credits at 200 level, and at least 45 credits at 300 level or higher.
• Or:
  • Lighting Endorsement compulsory courses – 60 credits
• Course planning key:
  • Prerequisites: Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level.
  • Corequisites: Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course.
  • Restrictions: Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar.

Schedule A: Endorsement

• Lighting: Specialisation, Location: Distance and online
• Without Specialisation: Specialisation, Location: Auckland campus, Distance and online, Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)

Schedule B

• 60 credits from courses at 200 level and 300 level selected from the following prefixes:
  • 112 Agribusiness, 117 Animal Science, 119 Agriculture and Horticulture, 120 Plant Biology, 121 Environmental Science, 122 Biochemistry, 123 Chemistry, 138 Agricultural Engineering, 141 Food Technology, 147 Rehabilitation Studies, 151 Nutritional Science,
  • 157 Information Systems, 158 Information Technology, 159 Computer Science, 160 Mathematics, 161 Statistics, 162 Biology, 175 Psychology, 188 Natural Resource Management, 189 Soil Science, 194 Physiology, 196 Ecology, 199 Zoology, 203 Genetics,
  • 214 Health Sciences, 218 Building and Construction, 228 Technology and Engineering, 231 Public Health, 233 Earth Science, 234 Sport and Exercise Science, 235 Māori Resource and Environmental Management, 246 Natural Sciences, 247 College of Sciences,
  • 250 Health, 251 Occupational Health and Safety, 280 Process and Environmental Technology, 281 Electronics and Information Engineering, 282 Mechatronics and Automation Engineering, 283 Agronomy, 284 Horticulture, 285 Plant Health, 286 Equine.
• Up to 15 credits may be selected from 127 Property Studies, 150 Māori Studies, 152 Management, 156 Marketing, 178 Economics.

Fees and Scholarships

• Fees, student loans, and free fees scheme: Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose.
• Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme: You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
• Scholarship and award opportunities: Search our scholarships and awards
• Fees disclaimer: This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalized on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice.