Forestry
A course by
Wintec
The Diploma in Arboriculture at level 6 provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in tree health, management, urban forest management and related project work through theoretical and practical learning including work integration for professional experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year

Gain advanced knowledge of tree biology, mechanics, pathology, pest entomology, inspection techniques, hazard analysis, and valuation.

Develop skills in writing, tendering, and managing arboriculture contracts and projects.

Develop competencies to manage and research urban forests and treed landscapes effectively.
This programme offers advanced project work to develop specialized skills, independent research, contract management, and process skills in arboriculture. Students gain practical interpersonal skills and mentorship through work integration in real-life environments. Tutors facilitate and challenge students as they progress toward professional arboriculture roles. Graduates obtain specialist expertise in urban forest management and tree health, preparing them for varied arboriculture careers.
What you need to know first
Completion of Arboriculture Operations (Level 5) or recognised equivalent

Forestry
Arboriculture
Environmental Management

Municipal Arborist
Consulting Arborist
Planning Arborist
Forestry
A course by
Wintec
The Diploma in Arboriculture at level 6 provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in tree health, management, urban forest management and related project work through theoretical and practical learning including work integration for professional experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year

Gain advanced knowledge of tree biology, mechanics, pathology, pest entomology, inspection techniques, hazard analysis, and valuation.

Develop skills in writing, tendering, and managing arboriculture contracts and projects.

Develop competencies to manage and research urban forests and treed landscapes effectively.
This programme offers advanced project work to develop specialized skills, independent research, contract management, and process skills in arboriculture. Students gain practical interpersonal skills and mentorship through work integration in real-life environments. Tutors facilitate and challenge students as they progress toward professional arboriculture roles. Graduates obtain specialist expertise in urban forest management and tree health, preparing them for varied arboriculture careers.
What you need to know first
Completion of Arboriculture Operations (Level 5) or recognised equivalent

Forestry
Arboriculture
Environmental Management

Municipal Arborist
Consulting Arborist
Planning Arborist
OR relevant work experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, and experience
Discretionary entrance possible with demonstrated chance of success
Monitoring Arborist
Urban Forest Manager
Commercial Contracting Arborist
OR relevant work experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, and experience
Discretionary entrance possible with demonstrated chance of success
Monitoring Arborist
Urban Forest Manager
Commercial Contracting Arborist