Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management)
Environment
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Gain practical skills and knowledge in ecology, conservation, and environmental management in this degree, preparing you for a career in biodiversity management and related fields.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop a solid background in ecology, conservation, and environmental management
Gain essential theoretical and applied knowledge in ecology, conservation and methodologies for managing environments and species.
Gain vital field and analytical skills
What You're Signing Up For
Offered in partnership with Unitec, this hands-on degree will see you learning about ecosystems, conservation issues, sustainable land, animal, and plant management, and strategies promoting biodiversity and biosecurity. You'll study how ecosystems function, society's influence on biodiversity, and the social, cultural, and policy factors affecting environmental management. The course includes plant identification, government and voluntary agency roles, and major biodiversity challenges. Three qualifications are available in three years, culminating in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management) from Unitec.
Course Content
- Ecosystem structure and function
- Conservation and biodiversity management
- Sustainable management of land, animals, and plants
- Biosecurity and management strategies
- Plant identification skills
- Social, cultural, and policy frameworks for environmental management
- Field techniques and data analysis
- Problem-solving and critical thinking for environmental challenges
- Work placement and research experience
- Regional, national and global biodiversity challenges
What you need to know first
University Entrance as specified by NZQA or evidence of equivalent achievement
Find these employment opportunities
Wildlife ManagerBiosecurity OfficerRestoration EcologistConservation/Biodiversity OfficerEcology ConsultantConsent Management and MonitoringEnvironmental EducatorEnvironmental MonitoringScientist
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