New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 5), Terrestrial Strand
Gain practical and scientific skills in environmental management with a focus on terrestrial habitats, conservation biology, ecology, and sustainability, including hands-on field trips across Aotearoa New Zealand.
NZ$9,210
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply scientific knowledge to environmental management
Graduates will be able to use biology and ecology concepts to evaluate and manage New Zealand's terrestrial environments and habitats.
Develop practical field and surveying skills
Gain hands-on experience with biological surveying and data collection techniques in the field.
About This Course
This diploma provides practical training in environmental science, including field trips to remote New Zealand locations. Learn about biology and ecology of living species and habitats, conservation issues, and sustainability practices. The programme emphasises skills in surveying, research design, and environmental/ecological reporting, preparing students for employment or further study in environmental management and science.
Course Content
- Conservation Biology and Sustainability
- Risk Management
- Botany
- Terrestrial Invertebrates
- Terrestrial Vertebrate Biology
- Introduction to Terrestrial Science and Ecology
- Introductory Biological Surveying
- Elective: Waste Management or Fisheries Management
- Field trips and practical surveying
- Environmental and ecological reporting
- Biology of living species and habitats
- Environmental sustainability and risk management
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or equivalent (suggested: English, Mathematics and Biology/Sciences).
Build towards these roles
Environmental EducatorConservation OfficerEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental Monitoring TechnicianResource Consents OfficerIwi Liaison OfficerEnvironmental ReporterEnvironmental Technician
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