Programme details

Bachelor of Forestry Science honours

This course is is a professional degree that equips students to manage forest resources effectively. It achieves this by merging foundational science education with disciplines such as management, commerce, and technology.

Course description

The Bachelor of Forest Science (BForSc) serves as a professional qualification that trains graduates in the management of forest resources. It combines essential scientific education with aspects of management, commerce, and technology. Individuals who earn a degree in Forestry Science are highly valued by employers and can embark on stimulating and rewarding career trajectories.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 4 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Graduates are employed in a range of sectors including forest management, conservation initiatives, harvesting operations, wood processing, biosecurity measures, policy formulation, iwi advisory services, among others.

Entry requirements

Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

Credits
480

Duration
4 years

Intakes

Feb, July

International fees
About $41,420 per 120 points

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Qualification Type

Study level