Overview

The Bachelor of Communication from Massey University is the only communication degree in New Zealand that requires you to take courses in both business and arts.

Key facts

You’ll probably discover that neither is what you expected. You may even love most a subject you didn’t think you would! Combining words and creativity with business will make you a highly employable communication specialist.

You’ll graduate not just with a degree, but as a well-rounded, innovative communication specialist who is sought-after by employers. In our survey of past graduates, 84% believed that their BC studies were relevant to their present work.

The Bachelor of Communication builds the skills you need to make an outstanding contribution in whatever field interests you. You will gain skills in using up-to-date technology, and you will have the opportunity to obtain deep insights into the communication industry.

Career

writing, editing, publishing or researching
speech writing, travel writing, blogging, social commentary
social media content production or social entrepreneurship
scriptwriting
relationship management
public relations
public affairs
project management
producing and directing film, theatre, dance and a wide range of other creative enterprises
organisational training and development
media industries including production
marketing, advertising, promotion, brand management
liaison and advisory work
journalism
film-making
event management
creative industries or arts administration or management
communication consulting
arts promotion, policy and development
academia or teaching.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication and Technological Change

Organisational Communication

Intercultural Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Professional Presentations in Business
Writing for Public Relations and Digital Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Applications will be considered after these dates if spaces are available.

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Communication Studies Management Studies View 39 other Bachelors in Management Studies in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

For most undergraduate level programmes, the minimum academic entry requirement is successful completion of a qualification equivalent to the New Zealand Year 13 - NCEA Level 3 University Entrance.

International students who have previously studied at a New Zealand secondary school should refer to the secondary school requirements section.

International students who have completed 3 x B at level 5 or 6 passes in the New Zealand Diploma of Business may apply for entry into a Bachelor's programme

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42110 NZD / year

≈ 42110 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8420 NZD / year

≈ 8420 NZD / year

Living costs

Palmerston North

New Zealand

1100 - 2100 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key facts

Career

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Palmerston North

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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