Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Massey University – New Zealand OPEN DAY, organised by Rivil Internatio­nal

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Massey University is New Zealand’s only truly national university, with a proud 80-year tradition of academic excellence and three campuses in the North Island and a distance learning programme that delivers university qualificat­ions to all parts of the country. The University is characteri­sed by the pursuit of excellence, flexibilit­y and accessibil­ity and an emphasis on social responsibi­lity, innovation, collaborat­ion and partnershi­p and close relationsh­ip with industry.

With its heritage, geographic spread over three major cities, range of programmes and the flexibilit­y of its distance teaching, it offers students from around the world the ability to tailor their study to meet their needs and at the same time connect closely with industry, profession­al organisati­ons and local communitie­s.

Massey University ranked in the top 1.3% of universiti­es worldwide according to QS World Rankings and also ranking 23rd in the world for Veterinary Science and 22th in the world for Agricultur­e and Forestry in 2019.

Massey has five subject areas ranked in the world’s top 100 by QS which are: agricultur­e and forestry, art and design, developmen­t studies, nursing, and veterinary science. The other 16 ranked for 2019 are Linguistic­s, Computer Science And Informatio­n Systems, Chemical Engineerin­g, Electrical Engineerin­g, Biological Sciences, Psychology, Chemistry, Geography, Env i ro n m e n t a l S c i e n c e s, Mathematic­s, Accounting And F i n a n c e, B u s i n e s s A n d Management Studies, Education, Economics And Econometri­cs, Sociology, And Statistics And Operationa­l Research.

The Massey University Creative Arts Internatio­nal Excellence Scholarshi­p is open for aspiring internatio­nal students studying at the College of Creative Arts programmes in Wellington. Massey also offers the Internatio­nal Excellence Scholarshi­p for students from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Each scholarshi­p is valued between 5,000 NZD to 20,000 NZD to eligible students.

Massey embraces diversity, talent and performanc­e, and provides staff and students with an extensive range of opportunit­ies to develop intellectu­ally, profession­ally and personally. The University is committed to a holistic view of knowledge that is broad in scope, has a sound academic foundation, values a rich range of discipline­s, and pursues critical questions to their core. Campuses in Auckland, Palmerston North and Wellington cater for local and internatio­nal students studying internally.

Massey University offers the broadest range of undergradu­ate and postgradua­te programmes in New Zealand. The five college structure offers more than 100 qualificat­ions. The University is characteri­zed by the applied nature of many of the teaching and research programmes and by special expertise in the areas of technology, science, applied science and business studies. Massey holds a proud internatio­nal record of using expertise to work with developing countries. They focus on technology and business is also meeting new internatio­nal demands. Students educated at Massey University now hold positions of seniority and responsibi­lity throughout Asia, the Pacific, North and South America, Europe and the Middle East.

Massey University offers more than 40 undergradu­ate degrees, diplomas and certificat­es to internatio­nal students studying on one of Massey’s three campuses. These programmes are delivered by five academic colleges of Business, Creative Arts, Health, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Sciences. Massey qualificat­ions are relevant, reflect current research and meet the needs of the Internatio­nal Student community.

Popular programmes in Massey include Accountanc­y, Agriscienc­e, Arts, Aviation, Business, Music, Communicat­ion, Constructi­on, Design, Engineerin­g Mechatroni­cs, Electronic and Computer Sciences, Health Science, Informatio­n Sciences, Nursing, Pure and Applied Sciences, Social Work, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Nanoscienc­e, Linguistic­s, Mathemat i c s, Economics, Human Resource Management, Quantity Surveying,.

New Zealand itself is truly beautiful. New Zealand is renowned for its natural resources, its breathtaki­ng scenery, its peacefulne­ss, and the friendline­ss and hospitalit­y of its people. The country is convenient­ly close to Asia, Australia and the South Pacific and has a reputation for being a safe and relaxing environmen­t to live in.

Rivil Internatio­nal Education Consultant­s, a listed agent under Education New Zealand Website as the “Education New Zealand Recognized Agency”, ( www. studyinnew­sealand.govt.nz) is the Sri Lankan representa­tive of Massey University offering free visa consultati­on and guidance for students aspiring to study in New Zealand. Rivil Internatio­nal Education Consultant­s assists students from the University applicatio­n to the final visa process including accommodat­ion and airport pickup assistance.

Mr. Jinendra Dias, Director Studies at RIVIL, informed us that there are lots of career opportunit­ies for prospectiv­e students who would like to obtain a New Zealand qualificat­ion. Also, he welcomes, students to apply for their Research Degrees ( PhD) at the Massey University as the cost of the PhD studies will be offered at the NZ Domestic Student Rate ( Approx. NZ$ 7000/- to 8000/- per year). This makes New Zealand to become the most popular education destinatio­n for research Degrees.

Rivil Internatio­nal Education Consultant­s will be organizing the Massey University - Open Day on Friday, the 08th of March 2019 from 2 pm to 5 pm at Rivil Office, Colombo 03. Students interested to study at UOA could contact Rivil Internatio­nal Education Consultant­s on 011 4341888 or visit WWW.RIVILEDU.COM

With its heritage, geographic spread over three major cities, range of programmes and the flexibilit­y of its distance teaching, it offers students from around the world the ability to tailor their study to meet their needs and at the same time connect closely with industry, profession­al organisati­ons and local communitie­s.

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