Massey University

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Massey University

Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa
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Motto	Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa
Motto in English	From inception to infinity
Type	Public
Established	1927
Chancellor	Michael Ahie
Vice-Chancellor	Jan Thomas
Students	30,883 (2020)
Location	Palmerston North, Auckland, Wellington , New Zealand
Campus	Urban
Website	www.massey.ac.nz

Massey University (Māori: Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa) is a public university located in New Zealand, with major campuses in Palmerston North, Auckland, and Wellington. Established in 1927, it is one of the largest universities in New Zealand, known for its research and teaching excellence.

History

Massey University was founded in 1927 as a agricultural college in Palmerston North. It became a full university in 1963. The university has since expanded to include campuses in Auckland and Wellington, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

Campuses

Massey University operates three main campuses:

• Palmerston North Campus: The original and largest campus, known for its agricultural and veterinary science programs.
• Auckland Campus: Located in Albany, this campus offers programs in business, engineering, and health sciences.
• Wellington Campus: Known for its programs in creative arts, communication, and journalism.

Academic Structure

Massey University is divided into five colleges:

• College of Business
• College of Creative Arts
• College of Health
• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• College of Sciences

Research

Massey University is renowned for its research contributions, particularly in the fields of agriculture, veterinary science, food technology, and engineering. The university hosts several research institutes and centers, including the Riddet Institute and the New Zealand Institute for Advanced Study.

Student Life

Massey University offers a vibrant student life with numerous clubs, societies, and sports teams. The university's student associations, such as the Massey University Students' Association (MUSA), play a significant role in representing student interests and organizing events.

Notable Alumni

Massey University has produced many notable alumni, including:

• Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand
• Sir Richard Taylor, co-founder of Weta Workshop
• Peter Snell, Olympic gold medalist

Related Pages

• List of universities in New Zealand
• Education in New Zealand
• Public university
• Palmerston North
• Auckland
• Wellington

See Also

• University of Auckland
• Victoria University of Wellington
• University of Otago
• Lincoln University (New Zealand)

External Links

• Official website