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Master of Construction – MConstr

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Online, On-Campus

Level of Study

Master's Degree

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Summary

The Master of Construction at Massey University is a unique degree. It focuses on building in-depth knowledge of specific aspects of construction. This master’s qualification builds on Massey’s flagship bachelor's degree in construction.

120-credit option

You can complete the Master of Construction with 120 credits of study if you enter via one of these Advanced Entry pathways:

  • a Bachelor of Construction plus 2 years of post-study professional experience; or
  • a Bachelor of Construction (Honours); or
  • a 4-year Bachelor with Honours degree in a construction-related field.
Is it right for me?

You may be working in the construction industry and want to know more about specific aspects. Or, you may work in another area (like law) and wish to learn more about related construction specialties (construction law). This degree will give you specific, tailored, focused learning to help you gain in-depth knowledge of these areas.

When you study towards Massey’s Master of Construction you will become a construction professional with expertise in:

  • construction technology
  • cost and financial aspects of construction
  • legal aspects of construction projects
  • management of construction projects.
World-leading and industry-relevant

Massey University construction staff have a wide range of industry and research experience. We have extensive contacts, know how the industry works and what potential employers are looking for. This all contributes to ensuring that our qualification is kept up to date and relevant.

We encourage you to focus on a research project in an industry relevant to your own career. Or you can use our industry relationships to develop a project relevant to your career ambitions.

A sustainable view

The themes of sustainability and productivity run through all our construction courses. We have sustainability specialists who ensure that these increasingly important views of construction are always considered.

Future projects

There is a great deal of work to be done and there is high demand for graduates with your skills at all levels of the construction industry.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

Admission to Massey

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Massey University entry requirements

Specific requirements

To enter the Master of Construction Thesis Pathway, you will:

  • have a 4-year construction-related 'bachelor with honours' degree or a Bachelor of Construction (Honours) (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B; or
  • have a relevant bachelor’s degree followed by a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B+; or

For entry into the Master of Construction Coursework Pathway, you will:

  • have a Bachelor of Construction (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B; or
  • have a Bachelor of Construction (or equivalent) and have also completed at least 2 years of relevant professional experience; or
  • have a four-year construction-related 'bachelor with honours' degree or a Bachelor of Construction (Honours) (or equivalent); or
  • have a Bachelor of Construction followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Construction (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B; or
  • have a relevant bachelor’s degree followed by a relevant postgraduate certificate (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B; or
  • have a Graduate Diploma in Construction and Facilities Management (or equivalent) with a minimum grade average of B.
Documents you will need to supply to support your application:
  • copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University
  • a copy of your current curriculum vitae (CV) including education and employment for at least the last 5 years if you are applying on the basis of a bachelor degree and professional experience
  • a short summary of your research interests (200 words or less). Required if you intend to take the research pathway.
English language requirements

To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit

Where your qualification is completed within the stated time limit and to a high standard, you may be able to graduate with Distinction or Merit.

Prior learning, credit and exemptions

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

English language skills

If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

Maximum time limits for completion

There are maximum time limits to complete postgraduate qualifications.  If you do not complete within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.

Official regulations

To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.

You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.

Returning students

For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. Go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations to find out more.

In some cases the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications go to the [Massey University Calendar.](https://www.massey.ac.nz/about/...

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