About the course

Environmental Studies takes you beyond the 'pure' sciences to include social, cultural, and economic perspectives on the environment. You’ll learn about the pressures that humans place on the earth and what we can do about it.

　　Study a range of topics, from climate change to urban green spaces, from Māori resource management to the impact of humans on Antarctica.

　　Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing a 120-point Graduate Diploma in Science (GDipSc).

　　Your GDipSc can be as specialised or as broad as you choose. You can specialise in a subject by completing the 300-level requirements of one of our BSc majors. This effectively gives you an extra major in a different discipline to your original Bachelor’s major. Or you can use the GDipSc to explore an interdisciplinary pathway and take courses from a range of subjects.

　　If you are already working in an industry, the GDipSc is a great way to enhance your knowledge of the latest developments in your area of interest.

　　You can complete the GDipSc in two trimesters if studying full time, or in up to four years if studying part time. Depending on your situation, you may need do preparatory studies that would add to your total study time.

　　This programme can be studied as a general science qualification or you can choose to specialise in a specific subject. Find out what qualifications you need to get into the GDipSc and what courses you need to take to complete it. 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: 2 Trimester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Trimester 1 (February), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 3 (November), 2024	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 3 (November), 2025	Wellington
Trimester 1 (February), 2026	Wellington
Trimester 2 (July), 2026	Wellington
Trimester 3 (November), 2026	Wellington

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

　　IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0, or n TOEFL 90 on the internet-based test with at least 20 in writing, or n a minimum of two ratings of 5 and two ratings of 4 in the Victoria University English Proficiency Programme test,

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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 Victoria University of Wellington. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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