Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Unitec Institute of TechnologyPostgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (Biodiversity Management)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
3 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Mt Albert Campus
Summary
Step up to the environmental challenges facing Aotearoa with a qualification built for working professionals. As the demand for biodiversity experts grows, this one-year diploma offers a flexible, blended learning approach that fits around your life. It provides a supported introduction to postgraduate research, minus the pressure of a full Master's, allowing you to gain high-level field experience and applied knowledge at a pace that works for you.
Entry criteria
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students Academic requirementsYou must have completed at least one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with merit (an average grade of B- or higher; Or
- A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as equivalent to merit in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 408 KB
International students Academic requirementsYou must have completed at least one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with merit (an average grade of B- or higher; Or
- A professional qualification in a relevant discipline recognised as equivalent to merit in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
- University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
- Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we’ll discuss your next steps.
- If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.
For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 408 KB
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