The Postgraduate Diploma in Construction is the stepping stone to a research-based degree such as a master’s. WHAT IS IT LIKE? Massey University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Construction gives you the opportunity to join the pathway to in-depth research at a masters level. The programme gives you the opportunity to show your analytical thinking and high-level research capability. If you complete the programme at a satisfactory level you may be able to proceed to the Master of Construction. If so, credits you have gained through this qualification may be credited to the masters programme. You will be in demand There is a shortage of enough qualified graduates with skills in this area - there is over $100 billion construction work (covering both building and infrastructure work) to be done in New Zealand alone over the next 30 years. Demand in many countries beyond New Zealand is even bigger. Why postgraduate study? Postgraduate study is hard work but hugely rewarding and empowering. The Postgraduate Diploma in Construction’s workload replicates the high-pressure environment of senior workplace roles. Our experts are there to guide but if you have come from undergraduate study, you will find that postgraduate study demands more in-depth and independent study. Careers Sought after by employers International trends are for employers to reward postgraduate study well, especially in larger enterprises. The skills you learn are increasingly recognised as setting you apart from other potential employees. Planning your programme You will follow a flexible course of study, consisting of courses totalling at least 120 credits at 700- or 800-level from the Schedule and attending block courses, workshops, tutorials, or laboratories as required.