Kia ora koutou e hoa mā!
Welcome to Massey University’s biology programme.
Biology is the science that studies life  
and living organisms
their physical structure,  
molecular interactions
their physiology,  
development and evolution
as well as the interactions among organisms.
Biology is an integrative discipline
taking inspiration from all of the
natural, mathematical
and computational sciences.
Our majors take an equally integrative approach to help our students
experience science in a world-class
learning environment.
At Massey University we excel in face-to-face
and digital learning approaches designed
with your academic success in mind.
Our students gain hands-on experience in
the laboratory and in the field
and develop vital analytical, computational and communication skills.
These skills are transferable to a variety of careers
and will elevate your standing in the competitive national and international job market.
As a student at Massey University you will
be encouraged to indulge
your inner curiosity
and to explore our natural world
learning from experts who are actively
contributing to research that is
shaping the future of New Zealand,
the World and humanity.
In our biology programs you will be empowered to define your own path
to invent new ways of looking at the
world around us
and to create new solutions to the
world's most challenging problems.
Graduates of our majors are
distinguished by their ability to
critically analyze problems,
create solutions, and communicate
with people in all walks of life.
They are independent thinkers and effective communicators.
Massey science graduates apply their learning
to advance science and society locally and globally.
They achieve this with innovative
thinking by harnessing technology
and through exploring the boundaries of
our understanding of the world around us.
Our students will understand how the
Treaty of Waitangi underpins a
partnership between Pākehā and Māori  
in Aotearoa New Zealand
and the ways in which science can be
guided by Tikanga Māori
as well as the value in taking diverse,
multicultural approaches and thinking
to problem solving.
Our great locations and world-class facilities
provide an excellent starting point for
your journey towards a rewarding career.
After completing your degree you might
choose a career as an environmental or
laboratory consultant,
as a conservation practitioner
a career in the medical sciences or more.
You might also choose to begin a
postgraduate degree with us
in which we will help you transform your
passion for science
into the skill set required to
contribute to a prosperous future for
New Zealand and for the world.
We look forward to you joining us on campus
as you start your journey towards a
rewarding career and science.
Haere mai!
