Bachelor of Veterinary Science Pre-Selection – BVScPre-Sel

Qualification: Bachelor
NZQF level: 7
Duration: 6 months full-time (60 credits) pre-selection phase; part of a 5-year BVSc degree
Location: Manawatū campus (Palmerston North)
Audience: International students

Entry requirements

Must meet Massey University entrance requirements. Expected NCEA background: at least 14 credits NCEA L3 Biology, 14 credits NCEA L3 Chemistry, 14 credits NCEA L2 Physics, 14 credits NCEA L2 Mathematics (or equivalent). Pre-selection semester is open entry; progression to professional phase is competitive, based on GPA ≥5.0, prerequisite courses, and selection assessments (STAT, Casper, MMI).

English requirements

“For international applicants - if you are from a country where English is not the first language you must show evidence of English language competence that meets the requirements of the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (see below).”

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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 7 July 2026 · always confirm details with Massey University before applying.