Certificate in Border and Biosecurity – CertBBiosec
Other Science
A course by
Massey University
A part-time, flexible, multidisciplinary qualification in border and biosecurity, delivered by distance, designed to enhance your career in government, border security, biosecurity, or the primary industries.
NZ$3,930
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand border and biosecurity concepts
Gain foundational knowledge of border security and biosecurity, including contemporary issues and challenges in New Zealand and internationally.
Evaluate real-world border and biosecurity practices
Analyse modern border security agencies, interagency collaboration, policy, and risk management with a focus on New Zealand and global settings.
About This Course
Massey University’s Certificate in Border and Biosecurity equips students for roles at the frontline of defending New Zealand’s economy, environment, and national security from pests, diseases, and biosecurity risks. Study key concepts in border and biosecurity, with a strong focus on New Zealand’s unique position and international relevance. Students gain knowledge across plant and animal science, border security, organisational behaviour, law, globalisation, data management, and logistics, including applied and civic engagement opportunities. The programme is delivered part-time and completely online, ideal for employed students or those seeking flexible study. Pathways to further qualifications in the sector available.
Course Content
- Border security concepts and practices
- Contemporary biosecurity issues
- New Zealand and global border/biosecurity implications
- Plant and animal science relevant to biosecurity
- Law, regulation, and policy in primary industry
- Organisational behaviour in border management
- Globalisation and trade impacts
- Data management and decision-making
- Logistics and supply chain management
- Applied projects or community engagement
- Sustainability for agriculture and horticulture
- Māori engagement and Treaty of Waitangi relevance
Entry Requirements
Meet Massey University entrance requirements
Build towards these roles
Biosecurity OfficerBorder Security OfficerCustoms OfficerPrimary Industry WorkerPest Management OfficerCouncil Environmental Protection StaffQuarantine InspectorPolicy Advisor (Biosecurity)
