About the course

More than any other time in humanity’s history, there is a need for highly skilled, passionate conservation and ecology specialists to help protect and guide the bio-protection of our environment. This degree major offers a firm grounding in all the appropriate sciences, as well as important practical skills. If future-proofing the environment appeals to you, don’t waste a minute. As the world changes, we need skilled experts to help sustain the health of the natural environment. The Bachelor of Science- Conservation and Ecology major cultivates your potential by combining necessary academic learning with practical experience and industry connections. Through your study and beyond, you’ll be able to contribute to the conservation and ecological activities of both private agencies and the New Zealand Government, as well as further afield.

　　This degree opens up careers in ecology, conservation, nature restoration and wildlife biology. You’ll be in demand amongst a wide range of organisations including local and regional councils, the Department Of Conservation, Predator-free New Zealand, Zero Invasive Predators, Fish and Game, the Ministry for the Environment, the Ministry for Primary Industries, Manaaki Whenua / Landcare Research, environmental consultancies, universities and non-governmental conservation organisations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: NZ$105,000

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Lincoln
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Lincoln
Summer (November), 2024	Lincoln

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Lincoln University

This is New Zealand's University Entrance qualification and is the minimum requirement to qualify for admission to a bachelor degree or to some of our diplomas:

　　NCEA level 3 (i.e. a minimum of 60 credits at level 3 or above plus 20 credits at level 2 or above), and

　　A minimum of 14 credits at level 3 or higher in each of three approved subjects, and

　　Literacy – 5 reading credits and 5 writing credits at Level 2 or higher from standards on the NZQA list of university entrance literacy standards, and

　　Numeracy – 10 credits from standards on the NZQA list of numeracy standards, or all three of the following unit standards:

　　26623, 26626, 26627

　　IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, with no individual component less than 5.5, TOEFL iBT^ - Overall score of 60 (with at least 18 in Writing)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Lincoln University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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