Aviation Studies – Graduate Diploma in Aviation

Massey University

New Zealand, Palmerston North

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Massey University

New Zealand , Palmerston North

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMay-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 32,280 / year

Next Intake May-2026

Aviation Studies – Graduate Diploma in Aviation

About

Specialise in Aviation Studies for your Graduate Diploma in Aviation at Massey

This 8-course qualification acknowledges and recognises that having significant aviation experience has real value.

You may have an interest in the aviation industry. Or you are already working in this area. If so and you do not already have an aviation-related qualification, the Graduate Diploma in Aviation is the stepping stone to take you to the next level.

If you already hold an undergraduate degree this qualification enables you to study another discipline without completing a full second bachelor’s degree.

Flexibility

The Aviation Studies major is particularly useful for those who may be working while studying. It is available part time and/or by distance.

Turn your passion for aviation into a qualification

Massey University is the only place in New Zealand where you can turn your passion for aviation into a university qualification, while gaining a broad knowledge of the global aviation industry.

The Graduate Diploma in Aviation draws on existing courses from the Bachelor of Aviation Management, giving an insight into the full undergraduate degree.

Further study

After successfully completing this qualification, you can progress to complete the full Bachelor of Aviation Management degree.

Requirements

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 Graduate Diploma in Aviation (Aviation Studies) you will:

have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, or
have demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience.

You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

If you do not have a bachelor’s degree, you will need to supply a copy of your CV including academic and work history.

English language requirements

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

This qualification is classified as NZQF Level 7 and requires the same English language standard as most undergraduate bachelor degrees, diplomas and certificates.

Massey University English language requirements

English language skills

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

English Program Requirements

English Evidence Academic IELTS^: 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band

English Evidence TOEFL iBT: Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing

English Evidence Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills

Career

The graduate diploma is a bridging tool to gain the equivalent of an undergraduate major in a specific area so you can go on to postgraduate study.

Potential employers include:

SITA – the world’s leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology
AirBiz – an international aviation consultancy
Swissport- a Fixed Base Operator specialising in ground services and cargo handling
Tasman Cargo – provider of air freight, cargo, and charter services between NZ, Australia and the Southwest Pacific.
Menzies Aviation – a logistics specialist serving the airline industry
Airways New Zealand
MPI- Biosecurity
Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
Airlines and airports.