University
The University of WaikatoThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
0.5 years
Next start date
Expected
Postgraduate certificates and diplomas provide the opportunity for continuing professional development in the same area as an original degree.
Why study a PGCert?
Postgraduate certificates are available to graduates who wish to build on an earlier degree, and who have appropriate practical, professional or scholarly experience. Some are available only on a part time basis. Waikato University offers specialist postgraduate certificates as well as postgraduate certificates.
Why study Ecology and Biodiversity?
The University of Waikato is well known for it's research in restoration of terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems, taking advantage of our close proximity to the Rotorua lakes, the Waikato River, and peat lakes and wetlands of the Waikato Region. Other areas of research include animal behaviour, Antarctic ecology, estuarine and coastal marine biology, forest ecology, plant and animal physiology, plant systematics, and urban ecology. Our location provides quick access to coastal marine research, and the University maintains a coastal marine field station in nearby Tauranga. Our location also gives ready access to a broad range of terrestrial environments, including pastoral agriculture and lowland to montane forests. You’ll gain knowledge of ecological and biological theory, and the practical skills for field identification, surveying, and experimentation with plants, animals and microbes across a broad range of ecosystems. You’ll gain understanding of the principles of biological classification and be able to name and classify common organisms found in New Zealand ecosystems. Your skills will be gained through a combination of hands on laboratory experience, practical field courses, and teaching from leading ecologists and biologists.
Career Opportunities
Biodiversity Management
Conservation Ranger
Laboratory Technician
Weed Management Advisor
Ecologist
Museum Curator
Land Management Officer
Zoo Curator or Keeper
Pest Management Advisor
Policy Analyst
A bachelors degree from the University of Waikato, or a qualification considered by the Academic Board to be equivalent, and previously completed study at an advanced level in the subject to be taken.
English Language Requirements
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