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Master of Forestry Science

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Master's Degree

Duration

2 years

Next start date

Expected Jul 2025

Campus

Main Campus

Summary

Introduction

The Master of Forestry Science will give you a head start into forest management, governance, or research at an advanced level.

This degree offers a flexible structure – depending on your goals and experience, you can study by examination and report, examination and thesis, or thesis only. This programme means you can complete a professional master's degree with coursework and a report in two years.

Enjoy small classes and a wide variety of courses to choose from, ranging from silviculture to advanced IT applications in forestry.

Entry criteria

Entry requirements

Applicants for the Master of Forestry Science must have a four-year Bachelor of Forestry Science, or other bachelor's degree in relevant subjects, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry.

The standard and relevance of previous study will be the criteria for selection, and for determining the options available in the degree.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Forestry Science or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You will need to complete an application form for the MForSc from Te Kaupeka Pūhanga | Faculty of Engineering website.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

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