PTE score for Massey University
Massey University asks for a PTE Academic score of 38 to 50 overall for foundation programmes (depending on the course), 50 overall (no skill below 42) for bachelor's degrees and 58 overall (no skill below 50) for master's degrees. These figures were checked against the university's official pages on 13 October 2026; requirements vary by course and intake, so confirm yours on the programme page before you apply.
- Checked 13 Oct 2026
- 5 sourced requirements
- Palmerston North, New Zealand
Massey PTE Academic requirements by level
Scores are on the PTE 10 to 90 scale. "Each skill at least" means Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing must each reach that figure, as well as the overall score. Where a row shows a figure for each skill, those are the minimums for that skill. Scroll sideways on a small screen.
| Level or programme | Overall | Each skill at least | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FoundationEnglish for Academic Purposes 1 (EAP1) entry | 38 | - | massey.ac.nzread 13 Oct 2026 |
| FoundationFoundation Certificate (International); the same figure is shown for English for Academic Purposes 2 (EAP2) | 46 | - | massey.ac.nzread 13 Oct 2026 |
| FoundationFoundation Certificate (International Accelerate) | 50 | - | massey.ac.nzread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Bachelor'sUndergraduate entry (minimum; qualification descriptions may require more) | 50 | 42 | massey.ac.nzread 13 Oct 2026 |
| Master'sPostgraduate (sub-doctoral) entry (minimum; qualification descriptions may require more)Doctoral requirements are stated on a separate page, not read. | 58 | 50 | massey.ac.nzread 13 Oct 2026 |
Where each figure comes from
Open a row to read the exact line from the official page. Only rows we could match to an official page are shown; they were re-read independently on 13 October 2026.
Evidence: Foundation (38 overall)
“English for Academic Purposes 1 (EAP1) 38 overall”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Foundation (46 overall)
“Foundation Certificate (International) 46 overall”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Foundation (50 overall)
“Foundation Certificate (International Accelerate) 50 overall”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Bachelor's (50 overall, no skill below 42)
“Undergraduate 50 overall and minimum 42 in each communicative skills”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Evidence: Master's (58 overall, no skill below 50)
“Postgraduate (sub-doctoral*) 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026. If the live page now says something different, the live page wins.
Does your score qualify?
Type the scores from your PTE Academic score report. You will see, row by row, whether you meet Massey's figure and by how many points you miss it.
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Waivers and English pathways
Ways Massey says you may not need to submit a PTE score, or may reach the requirement another way.
Massey offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses and Foundation Certificate programmes for students who do not yet meet entry requirements.
Official wording
“We offer short English language courses, such as the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course.”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026.
No extra English evidence is needed for students who attended secondary school in New Zealand and met the stated achievement conditions.
Official wording
“You do not have to give us extra evidence of your English language skills if you went to secondary school in New Zealand”
From massey.ac.nz, read on 13 Oct 2026.
Good to know before you apply
- Test results are valid for 2 years from the test date.
- Scanned copies of score reports can be submitted as most results are verified online.
What to practise for Massey
Every skill carries the same highest minimum on this page: 50, set by the Master's row. No single skill stands out, so start with your lowest skill score on your latest score report.
Which PTE test, and how long a score lasts
| PTE Academic | Accepted |
|---|---|
| PTE Academic UKVI | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| PTE Core | Not stated on the pages we checked |
| Score validity noted | 2 years |
The page lists 'Pearson Test of English (Academic)' as a recognised examination. No PTE Academic Online or score-sending note was found. Individual qualifications may set higher English requirements in their own descriptions (not read). Doctoral requirements are on a separate page (not read). The regulations page lists IELTS only.
Pearson's own rules on validity are in our PTE score validity guide. Compare tests in PTE Academic vs Core vs UKVI.
Confirm on the programme page before you book or apply
English requirements can differ by course, faculty and intake, and universities change them. These figures are what Massey's pages said when we checked on 13 October 2026. A requirement that is not on this page may still exist for your course. The official pages we used:
- English language requirements for international students (massey.ac.nz)
- English language competency regulations (massey.ac.nz)
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Other universities in New Zealand
- University of WaikatoFrom 42 overall (Foundation) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- Auckland University of TechnologyFrom 42 overall (Diploma) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- University of CanterburyFrom 42 overall (Foundation) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- University of AucklandFrom 50 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
- University of OtagoFrom 50 overall (Bachelor's) · checked 13 Oct 2026
Visa and route guides for New Zealand
The university score and the visa score are separate requirements. These guides cover the visa side.