Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Apiculture (Queen Bee Rearing) (Level 4)
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
About the programmeGain the skills and knowledge to rear queen bees for a commercial operation or to operate your own queen-bee rearing operation.
Apiculture is one of New Zealand's fastest growing industries and apiarists are in high demand.
This programme is taught online with block courses in a range of locations throughout New Zealand (see locations in 'What you study' area below).
Graduates of this programme will be well-received by the industry, which needs a steady supply of quality queen bees to ensure the genetic diversity of existing and new hives. In turn, you'll be helping to ensure the wellbeing of our wider community, as a strong bee industry is critical to ensuring the ongoing supply of food.
You'll be able to work independently and could supervise others.
Entry criteria
Entry Entry requirements- 40 credits at NCEA Level 1, including 10 Literacy credits and 10 Numeracy credits, or
- New Zealand Certificate in Apiculture (Level 3), or
- Equivalent industry skills and knowledge.
- Special and discretionary admission is available.
- You must be physically capable of meeting the demands of the programme and will need to disclose any medical conditions which may affect your ability to participate.
You will need to supply one strong beehive for Queen rearing.
English Language requirements- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Please note: You will be expected to complete an industry-approved American Foulbrood recognition and destruction course before you graduate from this programme (if you haven't already completed it).
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