Overview

The world desperately needs new approaches to managing natural resources in the face of growing populations, environmental degradation and increased competition for declining resources.

The Master of Natural Resources Management and Ecological Engineering from Lincoln University Canterbury is a globally admired two-year Master’s programme focusing on sustainable development. Part of the study is a semester at BOKU University in Vienna. This Master’s will further nurture your preparedness to make a significant difference where it’s most needed.

How you’ll grow

You’ll design your own multi-disciplinary study programme.
Targeting learning and experiences that support your sustainability research and nourish your career aspirations.

Career opportunities

Career outcomes for MNaRMEE graduates include consulting in international business and sustainability, nature conservation and wildlife management, risk management and ecological engineering fields. You’ll also be in demand among both government and non-government research organisations, and for consulting in the higher education sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental Policy and Planning
Aspects of Sustainability: An International Perspective
Research Methods in Ecology
Applied Research Methods
Advanced Theory in Resource Studies
Advanced Geographic Information Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Christchurch, New Zealand

Disciplines

Environmental Engineering Natural Resource Management View 5 other Masters in Environmental Engineering in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

36500 NZD / year

≈ 36500 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9060 NZD / year

≈ 9060 NZD / year

Living costs

Christchurch

New Zealand

1300 - 2000 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

How you’ll grow

Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Christchurch

Funding

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