Programme details

Master of Environmental Science – MEnvSc

The condition of our planet is among the most pressing challenges humanity faces today. Acquire the expertise and experience needed to become a proficient environmental scientist.

Course description

Environmental Science involves understanding how humans interact with and alter the natural environment. It encompasses various scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, geography, mathematics, and physics.

By pursuing a postgraduate program in Environmental Science, you will learn to evaluate environmental issues and work towards the protection and preservation of our natural treasures.

Many of New Zealand’s primary industries, such as agriculture, mining, forestry, and fisheries, significantly impact the environment. Additionally, introduced predators threaten native wildlife and ecosystems.

As a Master of Environmental Science student, you will have the chance to conduct fieldwork, such as monitoring the quality of waterways, soil, or air. You will gain knowledge of the tools and techniques to mitigate human environmental impact and learn to analyze complex data sets, draw conclusions, and communicate scientific findings to influence policy and regulatory changes.

Immigration benefits

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

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

Career Prospects

Graduates with a Master of Environmental Science can pursue careers as environmental consultants, conservation and wildlife managers, environmental policy advisors, sustainable development coordinators, environmental educators, researchers, and academic faculty members.

Entry requirements

– A Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average in a relevant subject such as environmental science, earth science, chemistry, biology, physics or mathematics
– To be accepted by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

EL requirement (any one of the following)
– IELTS (Academic): Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no sub-score below 6.0
– TOEFL (Internet-based test): Minimum score of 90, with at least 20 in writing
– Pearson Test of English: Minimum score of 58, with a ‘Communicative’ score of no less than 50
– EAP: Minimum final scores of 4, 4, 5, 5
– Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176 or higher, with each skill score no less than 169
– New Zealand Certificates in English Language (NZCEL): Level 5 (Academic)
– NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 3, with no skill lower than Level 2

Credits
180

Duration
1 year

Intakes

February

International fees
63050

Location

Qualification Type

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