Massey’s Bachelor of Agricultural Science will give you the contemporary agriculture-related skills you need to become a leader in this rapidly growing international industry.

Agriculture dominates New Zealand’s economy – generating billions in export earnings every year. 

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science will give you the relevant, up-to-date skills to help you take your place in this exciting industry.

You will dig into every aspect of agriculture. That includes pastures, crops, animal and soil sciences, economics, and agribusiness.  

And the influence of Government policies, regulations, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. 

You will learn about future and present issues in the industry and gain skills in the use of technology in agriculture. 

Disciplines like engineering, physics, chemistry, and biology are also important to gain a broad understanding of the primary industries.

Experience before you graduate

Industry experience is integrated into this degree. You’ll be able to experience and analyze real-world scenarios while you are studying. 

Most agriculture students secure employment before they graduate.

Variety

One of the best things about this degree is the variety of studies. You’ll learn about animals and agriculture, soils and pasture, and be introduced to agribusiness and decision-making skills. 

You’ll also study economics, chemistry, physics, and ecology.

Practical work

As part of this program, you’ll need to do at least 26 weeks of full-time work. 

This is usually done during the summer when work is readily available on farms and with rural businesses.

Award-winning facilities

Massey’s Manawatū campus has internationally award-winning multi-function teaching laboratories. These are unique in Australasia.

• Officially verified copies of Birth certificate/ Current passport, including any residency visa/ Citizenship certificate
• Proof of the name change
• High School graduation certificate
• Academic transcripts
• English Language proficiency
• A statement of any disability or health condition (If Applicable)
• Evidence of any scholarships (If Applicable)

To be admitted to an undergraduate qualification, applicants will need a minimum level of academic achievement from school, or another university or tertiary institution. 

The specific level depends on which country or region of the world they are from.

China:

• Senior High School graduation plus successful completion of one year of bachelor's-level study from a recognized institution; or
• Successful completion of a two-year diploma, or a minimum of two years out of a three-year diploma from a recognized institution; or
• Completed Gaokao with a tier-one score from the related province

India: 

• All India Senior School Certificate (AISSC) Year 12 or Indian School Certificate (ISC) Year 12, with an overall average of 75% and a minimum of 60% in English; or
• Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSC) – State Board Examination in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Gujurat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, with:
  • an overall average of 85% or higher (with no less than four academic subjects), with
  • a minimum of 70% or above in English.

Foundation qualifications to meet entry requirements

If you don't have the skills or qualifications you need to be accepted into your chosen study, you can do foundation qualifications.

• Foundation Certificate (International)
• Foundation Certificate (International Accelerated)