Does Massey University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes — Massey University is on Duolingo's official list of institutions that accept the Duolingo English Test. The exact score it asks for is set by the university and programme, so confirm the current figure on its official admissions page.

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Massey University — Social Sciences from Egypt · Duolingo English Test

Massey Universityaccepts the Duolingo English Test — it is listed on Duolingo's official accepting-institutions list. Scores run on the 10–160 scale; Massey University and each programme set their own minimum, so confirm the figure on the official admissions page.

About Massey University

City: Palmerston North
Subjects: Arts & Humanities, Science, Engineering & Technology, Business & Management
Accreditation: New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) / Universities New Zealand
Official site: www.massey.ac.nz

Multi-campus university strong in veterinary science, agriculture, aviation and creative arts.

Course and profile data from AlmiStudy.

Country-level guidance for New Zealand

Scores run on the 10–160 scale; recognition is program-dependent, generally 105–125.

Admission is not the same as the visa

For New Zealand's fee-paying student visa (up to four years), separate English proof is generally not required if your institution has accepted you — including on a DET score. Confirm with the institution and current Immigration NZ rules.

Social Sciences at Massey University

Massey University offers programmes in social sciences(per AlmiStudy course data). The Duolingo English Test is accepted for admission; confirm the programme's specific score on its official page.

Applying from Egypt

At about $70 the DET is taken online from Egypt — no test-centre travel, and far cheaper than IELTS. Many degrees English-medium; some universities waive a test via MOI; scholarship/visa may still need a score.

Credentials: Supreme Council of Universities (Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education)
Funding to search: Chevening, DAAD, Erasmus Mundus, Fulbright

Common questions

Does Massey University accept the Duolingo English Test?: Yes — Massey University is on Duolingo's official list of institutions that accept the Duolingo English Test. The exact score it asks for is set by the university and programme, so confirm the current figure on its official admissions page.

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