Computer science and information technology
Massey works closely with the local software industry applying the latest knowledge to research projects in the efficient use of relevant technologies. Our hands-on approach extends to our study programmes and our graduates are sought by employers for their practical experience both within New Zealand and across the world.
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Undergraduate
Undergraduate programmes
- Bachelor of Business (Organisational Technology Management)
- Bachelor of Commercial Music (Music Industry)
- Bachelor of Commercial Music (Music Practice)
- Bachelor of Commercial Music (Music Technology)
- Bachelor of Creative Media Production
- Bachelor of Design with Honours
- Bachelor of Information Sciences
- Bachelor of Information Sciences (Computer Science)
- Bachelor of Information Sciences (Data Science)
- Bachelor of Information Sciences (Information Systems)
- Bachelor of Information Sciences (Information Technology)
- Bachelor of Information Sciences (Software Engineering)
- Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
- Certificate in Science and Technology
- Diploma in Science and Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology
- Graduate Diploma in Information Sciences
- Graduate Diploma in Science and Technology
Research
At Massey key areas of research in computer science and information technology include programming languages and the human-computer interaction including technology-enhanced environments and informatics.
Meet our graduates
I was introduced to computer programming in my first year at Massey, and it has captured me since then. In fact, I still use the computer programming we learned in Chris Scogings' 101 course every single day! I'm now working in one of the big hot areas in the tech world right now - augmented reality.
Anton Gerdelan
Doctor of Philosophy (Information sciences)
My time at Massey was really worthwhile and I picked up a number of life skills including time management, people skills, research techniques and study skills, all of which are still useful to me in my everyday work.
David Lasike
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Double major in Computer Science and Information Technology)
I believe Massey set me up very well to succeed in my chosen field of computer science.
Dion Shepherd
Master of Information Sciences
I’ve always had a keen interest in technology so when it came time to choose a university, Massey in Auckland appealed to me for a number of reasons.
Georgia Barnett
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Software Engineering)
Massey really set me up with the fundamentals - what you get taught at Massey is 100% relevant to the real world.
Gray Salmond
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Software Engineering)
I see my strength as being a bridge between IT and the business – drawing on my IT knowledge and communication skills.”
Kimberley Tilyard
Bachelor of Business Studies (Business Information Systems)
The thing I enjoyed most once I had started my studies were the people. The lecturers were friendly, approachable, and represent people I aspire to be.
Kyle Taylor
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Double major in Information Technology and Computer Science)
My degree taught me the foundations of programming and how to be able to pick up any language/area efficiently.
Nicole Wilcox
Bachelor of Science (Computer Science)
I really enjoyed the software papers I took and principles that I learnt I apply in my current job. The top IT graduate jobs are highly competitive and I am glad that I studied with Massey University, I felt it prepared me well for the workplace.
Reece Hewitt
Bachelor of Information Science (Information Technology)
My study taught me how to develop systems and processes to better assist with planning and scheduling.
Rose Schwass
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Information Technology)
My computer science studies prepared me for the concrete and code writing tasks, whereas my information technology major has given me a grounding in the higher level, more abstract concepts so I can see how it all fits together.
William Taylor
Bachelor of Information Sciences (Computer Science and Information Technology)
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Information Sciences is one of the few computing degrees in New Zealand to be accredited by the IT industry through IITP. Majors in computer science, information technology and software engineering are all endorsed by the Institute. Accreditation ensures that courses are relevant to the industry.
Massey University is ranked by QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) as one of the top 500 universities for computer science and information systems. QS is an organisation that ranks universities worldwide in various topics.
Upon completion of the Master of Analytics will receive the globally recognised SAS certification.