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Master of Science (Conservation Biology)
Massey University

New Zealand

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About this course

What will I learn?

With Masseys Master of Science (Conservation Biology), you will learn how to address conservation management problems that are relevant to the world today. With Masseys Master of Science (Conservation Biology), you will learn to address real conservation management problems. You will work in a small group setting and engage with staff of conservation agencies who are working on the ground to save our endangered native species. The conservation biology qualification has a strong emphasis on integrating theory with practice and teaching state-of-the-art analytical techniques, providing a good stepping-stone to PhD research as well as employment opportunities. You will have the opportunity to take part in multiple field projects. You will experience the reality of conservation work in New Zealand, all before you graduate. This gives you an advantage with potential employers. Or, you may choose to work on primarily analytical projects as part of your study, such as modelling population dynamics or ecosystems. You can also focus on lab projects involving genetic analysis, physiology, or post-mortem work.

Which department am I in?

School of Agriculture and Environment

Study options

Online/Distance (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees
NZ$30,830.00 (15,51,663) per year
NZ $30,830 per 120 Credits
Start date

February 2025

Entry requirements

For students from Hong Kong

You must have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree in the subject in which you intend to specialise, or equivalent, with a minimum B grade average in the highest level courses.

For international students

All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

Specific requirements

To enter the Master of Science (Conservation Biology) you will have been awarded or qualified for:

the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in the intended postgraduate subject, or equivalent, with a minimum B average in the majoring 300-level courses, or

the Bachelor of Science with Honours, in the intended MSc subject, having achieved a B grade average over the contributing courses and a B grade in an approved research methods course, or

the Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology in the intended MSc subject, having achieved a B grade average over the contributing courses and a B grade in an approved research methods course, or

the Postgraduate Certificate in Science and Technology in the intended MSc subject, having achieved a B grade average over the contributing courses and a B grade in an approved research methods course.

International English Language Requirements:

  • IELTS - 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
  • TOEFL iBT – Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
  • Cambridge English - C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill.
  • NCEL - Level 5
  • PTE - 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills
  • LanguageCert - C1 Expert IESOL (LRWS) with HIGH PASS and no less than Pass in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRWS) with PASS and no less than Pass in each skill

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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