New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 6), Terrestrial Strand
Gain advanced skills and knowledge in environmental management, focusing on terrestrial ecosystems, research and monitoring, and fieldwork. Prepare for employment in environmental protection roles or for progression to degree-level study.
NZ$9,430
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Core skills this course teaches
Advance scientific skills in ecology and environmental management
Develop deeper theoretical and practical knowledge in botany, terrestrial science, and ecology, building on foundations from Level 5.
Conduct research, reporting, and environmental monitoring
About This Course
This second-year diploma deepens your expertise in environmental management, with a strong emphasis on research, environmental reporting, real-world surveying, monitoring, and regulatory frameworks. You'll study advanced terrestrial ecology, choose electives in areas like geology, biosecurity, or aquaculture, and undertake field trips, possibly including international destinations. The programme builds practical and analytical skills for employment in conservation, consultancy, environmental monitoring, and beyond, and provides direct pathways to further degree study.
Course Content
- Research Design and Data Management
- Environmental Reporting
- The Regulatory Environment
- Freshwater Ecology and Monitoring
- Ecological Restoration
- Advanced Biological Surveying
- Electives: Geology of New Zealand
- Electives: Biosecurity
- Electives: Aquaculture 1: Systems Design and Maintenance
- Electives: Aquaculture 2: Growth, Feeds, Nutrition and Sustainability
- Electives: Tropical Ecology and Monitoring (includes international field trip)
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 5) or equivalent
Build towards these roles
Environmental EducatorDepartment of Conservation OfficerEnvironmental ConsultantEnvironmental Monitoring TechnicianResource Consent OfficerIwi Liaison OfficerResearch AssistantEnvironmental ReporterSustainability AdvisorEcology Field Scientist
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