Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management)

Bachelor

In this degree programme, you'll get your hands dirty straight away, learning about ecosystems, conservation issues, sustainable management of land, animals, and plant life, as well as the management strategies that promote the conservation of biodiversity and address biosecurity.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$7,500 per year

International Fees

$25,377 per year

About this course

As a biodiversity management student, you'll explore how ecosystems function and support biological diversity, and how managers of biodiversity are responding to increasing concern over the impact of human activities on the planet.

Find out how society views and influences the natural environment, discover how social, cultural, and policy frameworks influence management decisions, and develop plant identification knowledge and skills.

You'll also develop an appreciation of the influence that government agencies, non-statutory organisations, and voluntary bodies have on biodiversity and biosecurity.
Highlights

Developed in response to increasing global concerns over the human impact on our natural environment

Emphasis on practical application: possible work experience in applied settings for organisations like the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), Department of Conservation (DOC), the Auckland Council, or volunteer organisations

A chance to complete a research project in an area of your own interest to develop the skills you'll need for a career in your chosen field

One of our biggest strengths is plant identification, a skill well-regarded by the conservation industry. We'll help you develop your knowledge and confidence in plant identification.

A teaching team of highly qualified and respected scientists and industry consultants, including botanists and an ornithologist

Double major

Can't decide between animals or the environment? Study a double major, and you'll get the best of both worlds with a selection of animal- and environment-related courses.

Studying for a double major is highly recommended. Double majors further grow your knowledge and capabilities, making you more employable and competitive in the job market.
Where from here
Upon completing this programme, you can go on to further study in Master of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management)

Entry requirements

What you will need to study this programme.

Domestic students

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Animal Care - Companion Animals
A minimum of 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, with:
- 14 credits at Level 3 or higher in each of two subjects, with;
- a further 14 credits at Level 3 or higher taken from no more than two additional domains on the National Qualifications Framework or plus;
- a minimum of 14 credits at Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau on the National Qualifications Framework, plus
- 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing);
At least 3 'C' passes in the New Zealand University Bursaries Examinations;

And meet one of the English entry requirements;

University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 595 KB)

International students Academic requirements

As a part of this requirement, you must be at least 16 years of age and meet one of the below;

All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement;

And English entry requirements;

If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:

Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5
University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Maori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or
Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don't meet these Academic requirements?

If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Apply online, and we'll discuss your next steps.
If you don't meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.

For more information, download the programme regulations (PDF 595 KB)

Study locations

Mt Albert

Career pathways

- Biosecurity officer - Conservation manager - Ecology consultant - Environmental officer - Geographic information systems (GIS) analyst - MPI quarantine officer - Regional parks manager

Unitec Institute of Technology