Shape your future with impactful Master’s programmes from academyEX, offering an opportunity to study with us full-time here in beautiful New Zealand.
WHY ACADEMYEX?
People, purpose and planet.
Located in vibrant Auckland, New Zealand, academyEX is an independent, globally-focused higher education institute dedicated to empowering people and industries to imagine the possibilities of our collective future.
What sets academyEX apart from traditional education is its multidisciplinary approach, which focuses on four areas of specialisation - contemporary education, technology and innovation, sustainability and change leadership.
The programmes are contextualised in real-world work environments, delivered by a curated group of specialist academics, industry experts, and leaders who push the boundaries.
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MASTER’S PROGRAMMES
Master your future with academyEX
Masters
Hybrid learning
Leadership
Business
Technology
Master of Technological Futures
If you believe that technology can be a vehicle for positive change, this is the programme for you. Are you ready to shape the future through innovation? Our Master of Technological Futures graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to forecast disruption and transform their organisation - and they do this through the lens of technology.
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Masters
Hybrid learning
Leadership
Technology
Education
Master of Contemporary Education
If you are a passionate educator who wants to take the lead in creating positive change in your school or learning community, the Masters of Contemporary Education is the programme for you. The Master of Contemporary Education was designed to support the professional development of educators in rapidly changing teaching and learning environments - in a rapidly changing world. You'll gain tools to critically analyse emerging opportunities, develop strategies to enhance your practice, and create measurable solutions for your education community. This is not a regular Masters programme. It is practice-based and focused on creating impactful change in your school WHILE you study.
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Masters
Hybrid learning
Leadership
Business
Change
Master of Change and Organisational Resilience
Navigating change requires strong and agile leadership - are you one of those leaders? Our Master of Change and Organisational Resilience graduates are emerging as leaders for good. They have the skills to create stronger, more resilient teams, organisations, and communities - and impact lives for the better.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
What you need to apply
If you are applying as an international student, you will need to provide the following supporting documents and information.
For full details, please download our International Student guide.
Proof of identity
\You will need to provide a copy of your passport to confirm your personal details.
English language
If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence of English language competence e.g. academic IELTS or PTE.
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Qualifications & work experience
You need to provide proof of previous study and/or work experience e.g. an academic transcript, graduating certificate, or CV.
Statement of Intent
We want to know why you want to study a Master’s programme! Let us know in the Statement of Intent form.
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HOW TO APPLY
Application and admissions
For full information about our application and admission process (including what documents you need to apply), download our International Student guide.
Apply online
Choose a Master’s programme that aligns with your goals and complete an application form. Make sure to submit all the required documentation so your application can be processed as quickly as possible.
If you are applying with the assistance of an education agency, please complete the Agency Appointment Form and get your agent to include it when they apply.
Interview
We’d love to get to know you better! These interviews are a fantastic opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have, share your professional experience, and discuss your learning goals.
This helps ensure that the Master’s programme you’ve chosen is the perfect fit for your aspirations.
Accept offer of place
Once you qualify for the programme, we will send you an offer letter.
To secure your place, simply accept the offer. Our finance team will then reach out to guide you through the available payment options.
Visa
If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of New Zealand or Australia, you will need to apply for a visa that permits full-time study. For complete details on the requirements, please visit the Immigration New Zealand Student Visa page.
SCHOLARSHIPS
International scholarships are now open for 2025!
The International Student Excellence Scholarship is awarded to those demonstrating academic excellence in previous study and a commitment to excelling in further study to continue their learning and have an impact in their organisation, communities and industries.
A scholarship of up to NZ$11,000 towards the tuition fees will be awarded to two international students to study a Master’s programme on-shore in New Zealand. For full details about eligibility and closing dates for different programme intakes, see the International Student Excellence Scholarship pamphlet.
First, apply for your Master’s programme, then apply for a scholarship by completing the International Scholarship Application Form.
Education Agents: Join us!
If you are an Education Agent or belong to an agency that assists international students with their Master’s applications, we’d love to hear from you! Just download the Agent Application form and send back to us. To learn about our commission package and other benefits, please get in touch.
WHERE INNOVATION MEETS MANAAKITANGA
What makes New Zealand education unique?
New Zealand's heart beats in our classrooms. Like our founder Frances Valintine's conversation with fellow change-makers shows, our unique values shape not just who we are, but how we teach. We embrace manaakitanga (genuine care), connect deeply with our land and people, and bring innovation that's distinctly Kiwi to education. It's not just where we teach - it's how we unlock potential in our uniquely New Zealand way.
EXtraordinary starts here.
Ready to start the learning journey of a lifetime?
Explore our programmes or talk to our student advisors,
to learn how to find your EXfactor.
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT
Meet the team
Lauren MüllerHead of Growth
Aastha KapoorInternational Liaison Lead
Maheshi WadasingheCommunity Impact Lead
Tayla AmmunsonPou Āwhina Student Support Manager