Institute of Technology or Polytechnic

Bachelor of Environmental Studies

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Bachelor's Degree

Duration

3 years

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

Campus

Hawke's Bay Campus

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Summary

Turn your passion for the environment into a meaningful career with the Bachelor of Environmental Studies. This degree combines scientific knowledge with practical skill in areas like ecology, conservation, biosecurity, GIS and sustainability to tackle real-world environmental challenges in Aotearoa and beyond. You will explore how natural systems work, how human actions affect the environment, and how we can monitor, manage, and restore ecosystems.

Programme Outline

In this degree programme, you will learn about ecosystems, conservation issues, sustainable management of land and plant life, as well as the management strategies that promote the conservation of biodiversity and address biosecurity.

As an environmental studies learner you will learn core environmental science and sustainability principles, practical field and research skills, and how to manage and protect natural resources.

Subject Areas

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Biosecurity
Ecological Restoration
Applied Field Surveying
Flora and fauna of Aotearoa
Enviromental Sampling and Monitoring
Soil Science
Sustainability 101
Introduction to Biology
Scientific Research Project
Freshwater Ecology and Monitoring

Entry criteria

Entry Requirements

A personal interview is available as part of the application process.

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• University Entrance; or

• Successful completion of the NZ Diploma in Environmental Management [Level 5]; or

• An equivalent qualification; or

• Evidence regarded as sufficient by EIT of your capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or

• At the discretion of EIT where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.

Preference will be given to applicants who have achieved either:

• 12 credits or more at NCEA Level 3 in Science-rich subjects (such as, Biology, Physics or Chemistry); or

• 12 credits or more in English-rich subjects (such as English, History, Geography and Economics).

English Language Entry Requirements

If English is not your first language you are required to have an acceptable level of English fluency. This may be demonstrated in a variety of ways, including:

• Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)

• Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with any endorsement)

• IELTS Academic score of 6.0, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment

• International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA

In addition, applicants are required to show evidence of good school records.

Entry with Credit

You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

• CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.

• RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.

You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.

You must apply prior to enrolment. CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course you are already enrolled in.

The overall RPL credit limit is 50%.

For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL

Please contact the Programme Coordinator, Lisa Turnbull, on 06 830 1879 or LMTurnbull@eit.ac.nz.

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