The science-first sibling of Auckland's environmental management degree: entry requires Stage III environmental science or a related science major, and the 18-month programme runs the evidence side of the field — for graduates who want to measure the environment before managing it.
Key facts
Duration
18 months
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Tuition
55,484 NZD per year
Intake
Semester 1 (March) and Semester 2 (July) — 2026 S2: 20 Jul; 2027 S1: 1 Mar
NZD 55,484/yr for 2026, verified on the official Auckland page (indicative, GST inclusive). 180 points over 18 months. Requires a science undergraduate degree.
Curriculum modules
Environmental science advanced core — Earth, ecological and chemical systems.
Methods & analysis — Field, laboratory and data methods.
Research project — Supervised research within the Faculty of Science.
Admission requirements
Science undergraduate degree with GPA 4.0+ in 60 points at Stage III in environmental science or a related subject
IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 (or equivalent)
Career destinations
Environmental Scientist — Crown research institutes & consulting
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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