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11 Master's degrees in Earth Sciences in New Zealand

Geophysics
Get a degree that's recognised worldwide and contribute to knowledge in your field. A Master of Science in Geophysics (MSc) from Victoria University of Wellington will develop your technical, laboratory and academic writing skills to prepare you for a career in science.

Forestry Science
The Forestry Science at University of Canterbury will give you a head start into forest management, governance or research at an advanced level.

Master of Climate Change Science and Policy
Globally we already see some of the consequences: an increase in extreme weather events, the loss of habitable land, and growing concerns about food security, species loss and threats to biodiversity. The Master of Climate Change Science and Policy programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington .
Earth Sciences
The Earth Sciences programme at the University of Waikato is a Master of Science (Research) degree designed for advanced scientific exploration. This 240-point qualification is delivered via full-time or part-time study modes. It combines taught papers with a substantial research thesis over a duration of 1.5 to 2 years.
Geophysics
The Geophysics programme at the University of Otago is a postgraduate Master of Science degree. This advanced course of study is delivered full-time on campus, focusing on high-level research and geological analysis. Students engage in a comprehensive curriculum designed to master the physical properties of the Earth.
Science - Earth Science
The Science - Earth Science at Massey University will help you gain skills in dealing with often-complex Earth systems, evaluate current research, and apply your knowledge to real-world issues while working in some really amazing places around the world.
Science
With Massey University’s Master of Science you will get the knowledge and skills you need to gain a more in-depth understanding of an area of scientific study.
Earth Sciences
This Earth Sciences degree from University of Auckland offers a pathway toward masters and doctoral study.
Earth Sciences
The Earth Sciences programme at the University of Waikato is a one-year research-based degree in which candidates undertake a programme of supervised research which critically investigates a topic of substance and significance.
Earth Sciences
The Earth Sciences programme at the University of Waikato is valued for its flexibility and excellence, and can be tailored to suit your needs. You can select your papers from a range of subjects and the mix of research and taught papers are customised to suit your interests and goals.
Earth Sciences
The M.Sc. in Earth Sciences at the University of Auckland offers advanced scientific training through research or taught pathways. This postgraduate programme provides flexible study modes, including full-time and part-time options, allowing students to specialise in geological and terrestrial systems over one to two years.