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Massey's Master of Veterinary Studies (MVS) is a globally respected program, ideal for students seeking a blend of coursework and research. You can tailor this qualification to focus on your specific interests, whether that's epidemiology, public health, or broader veterinary science topics without a specialization. The program offers diverse course options aligned with your chosen focus area. As New Zealand's sole veterinary school, Massey University boasts exceptional facilities including the Wildbase wildlife hospital, equine hospital, round-the-clock pet hospital, and nearby livestock farms serving cattle, sheep, and deer.
Our program features world-class instructors known for incorporating practical case studies and maintaining excellent student-faculty ratios. Faculty members represent various veterinary specialties and frequently collaborate with related fields such as animal science, physiology, and nutrition research.
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Master of Health Service Management, you will have been awarded or qualified for:
a relevant bachelor's degree, having achieved a grade average of at least a B- in the highest level courses, or equivalent, or
a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Service Management with a B- grade average, or equivalent.
If you have a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Service Management as outlined above, you may apply for credit towards Part One of the qualification in accordance with the limits specified in the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations.
You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Meeting requirements for industry membership
If you wish to meet the requirements for accreditation by the Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA) you must complete all of the following courses in Part One of the programme:
Health Systems Management
Health Information Management
Health Economics
Health Law and Policy
International English Language Requirements: