With over 60 years of experience, Massey is a world leader in online education and we know how to deliver first-rate teaching by distance and online.
Whether you are a parent who wants to study part-time, a full-time worker who wants professional development or someone who wants to travel the world while studying, we have online options that work around you.
With our flexible study options, supportive team and inspiring lecturers, you will have everything you need to achieve your goals with Massey.
Balance work, life and study
Studying online means you can work towards a university course or qualification in a way that suits you, from anywhere in the world.
Our online qualifications are also available part-time, so you can balance university with other commitments.
The best for online study
When you study online with Massey, you'll have over 1,500 courses to choose from, be taught by specialists in online teaching and have access to a well-developed online learning system.
Whether you want to study 1 course or a full qualification, you can plan an online study experience to suit your lifestyle.
Check the online component section on our courses pages to find out whether a course is taught online.
Some courses have 'contact workshops' which may mean you'll need to travel to a Massey campus once or twice in the semester to do some learning in person.
Who can study online at Massey
You can study online with Massey if you are:
- a New Zealand citizen or holder of a residence class visa living in New Zealand or overseas
- an international student living outside New Zealand.
If you’re an international student living in New Zealand, you can complete up to 25% of your qualification online. Note: You must study 45 credits minimum on-campus per semester.
How it works
If you apply to study by distance and online with us, you can expect to:
- be taught by experts in your chosen field
- access your course material online
- participate in online discussions and activities
- use our off campus library service to get electronic resources, books and articles
- use our online platform 'Stream' to find dates for assignments tests and examinations
- submit your assignments online.
Services for online students
We have many resources and support systems to help you get the most out of your time studying online with Massey.
Services for students
We offer a lot of support to help you have a positive time at Massey and to make the most of student life.
Off-campus library services
Find out about library services you can use when you’re not on campus, including borrowing or requesting print or online material.
International students
Discover qualifications for international students and explore visas, insurance, fees, scholarships, living in New Zealand and more.
Meet online students
Meet Catherine, Kaylee and James - 3 Massey students who studied online with Massey.
Catherine Tu'akalau
Here for my people
The first Pacific nurse practitioner in Wellington, Catherine has always hoped to serve her community. What’s next? Catherine plans to get her doctorate and work for the World Health Organisation.
Kaylee
Here for guiding our rangatahi
A first year performing arts teacher, Kaylee wants to help her students thrive. What’s next? Kaylee hopes to help the performing arts flourish in the NZ education system.
James
Combining competitive snowboarding with a computer science degree might sound like an impossible task. But studying online lets James live his best life.
“I was snowboarding for New Zealand and thinking about uni. The idea that I could be remote and be near the mountains made it all possible. During the ski season, I could move to Ruapehu or Wanaka. During the summer, I could compete in Europe.”
Connecting with other students
We have student clubs and organisations, and a large active Facebook group so you can connect with other students and get the best experience while studying online.
Find a club
Te Tira Ahu Pae is your students’ association during your study at Massey. Run by students, for students!
Massey @ Distance on Facebook
Join the Facebook group for the university's society for distance students, Massey@Distance.
Rainbow students at Massey
Be yourself in the rainbow of diversity at Massey – your safe, respectful and welcoming space for LGBTTIQA+.
Māori @ Massey
Welcome to Māori @ Massey, the place to connect to all things Māori at Massey University.
Pacific Massey
Massey University is committed to supporting, connecting and enabling Pacific students to succeed in their academic goals.
Academic advice
Our academic advice team is here to guide you through your study. The team is made up of subject specialists who offer help with choosing qualifications and courses, and staying on track with your study.
Make an appointment with an adviser or come to a free drop-in session.
Fees & funding
What your fees at Massey will be and how to pay them, what funding support is available, and how to be money smart.
Planning your study
Find the information you need to plan your qualification, courses and study workload at Massey.
Scholarships & awards
Apply for a scholarship to make your study more affordable – from undergraduate funding to doctorate and PhD awards.
