Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management - Marine Strand (Level 6)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected
Summary
Continue your studies in marine science in the Bay of Plenty's awesome outdoor environment. This level 6 diploma sets you up with more in-depth skills and knowledge and leads you into advanced study to gain your degree.
You'll build on your level 5 course knowledge of marine biology as well as study new fields such as freshwater ecology, and continue your learning in a choice of elective papers such as aquaculture, biosecurity, coral reef ecology and monitoring, PADI instructors, scientific diving or marine tourism.
Your study will have a strong focus on research, and environmental reporting and monitoring, meaning you get the opportunity to work alongside industry and apply your skills in real-world surveying, sampling and monitoring projects. You also learn how to design research and manage data, and understand the regulatory environment.
Environmental sustainability is crucial to our global decision-making. Sharp, enthusiastic graduates, who understand marine environments and how they are influenced by human activities, are essential to support informed environmental management now and in the future.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Marine) (Level 6)
Career opportunities
You could gain employment in a number of exciting areas, including:
freshwater or marine monitoring
biosecurity
iwi liaison
fisheries enforcement officers/observers on fishing vessels
biosecurity officers
diving - PADI instructors
specialised research projects
environmental reporting
own business enterprises
roles within regional councils (education, dune care), NZ Customs, MPI, aquariums, or aquaculture industry.
Further Study Options
Courses Offered at Toi Ohomai
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Majoring in Ecology and Biodiversity
Entry criteria
You must:
- have completed the New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 5), or equivalent
If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements.
Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.
NB: If you choose to follow the diving pathway through the diplomas you'll need to enrol in the National Certificate in Diving (Foundation Skills) (Level 3) or equivalent, which gives you PADI Open Water, Advanced and Rescue Diver qualifications. The National Certificate in Diving (Foundation Skills) (Level 3) is offered at Toi Ohomai at the same time as the diploma and we'll talk this through with you when you apply.
Other Considerations: A first aid certificate is recommended. You will be required to complete one before the end of the course. If you select the diving option then you must provide a certified doctor's certificate within two weeks of the course start date stating you are fit to dive.
English Language requirements:
IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5; TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) score of 60 (with a writing score of 18); TOEFL Paper-based test (pBT) score of 550 (with an essay score of 5.0 TWE); Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First, or B2 First for schools, or C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill; OET: Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub-tests; PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42.
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