Course catalogue / Massey University
UniversityBachelor of Aviation – BAv
- Qualification
- Bachelor
- NZQF level
- 7
- Duration
- 3 years full-time (480 credits)
- Indicative fees
- NZ$114,341/yr
- Location
- Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
Selected entry qualification. Must meet university entrance requirements. Requires NCEA Level 3/Year 13 pass in an 'English-rich' subject (e.g. English, history, geography, biology, economics etc). Recommended Mathematics (Calculus) and Physics at NCEA Level 3. Application requires CV, trial flight, ADAPT test, selection board interview, aptitude tests, writing tasks, Fit and Proper Person declaration, and CAANZ Class One Medical Certificate.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6)
“Where English is not your first language, you must have achieved an Academic IELTS of 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.”
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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 19 July 2026 · always confirm details with Massey University before applying.