Overview
Get ready to make a difference as you acquire advanced research and analysis skills as part of this Environmental Policy and Management Master's degree from Lincoln University Canterbury.
You will develop a balanced understanding of the socio-cultural, political and economic contexts that affect environmental management, and learn how these form part of decision-making.
How you’ll grow
- Gain advanced knowledge and skills in research, critical evaluation, problem-solving and communication.
- Hone the ability to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges and issues.
- Be able to confidently explore and interpret environmental governance and the range of policy, planning and management approaches.
Career opportunities
The Master of Environmental Policy and Management (MEPM) equips you with the skills for high-level environmental policy and management positions with government agencies, regional councils, environmental and business consultancies, industry organisations, businesses, non-governmental organisations and advocacy groups.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Environmental Policy and Planning
- Integrated Environmental Management
- Advanced Theory in Resource Studies
- Advanced Environmental Management Systems
- Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Sciences in Environmental Policy
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 19 other Masters in Environmental Management in New ZealandAcademic requirements
English requirements
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.
Tuition Fee
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International
29183 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29183 USD per year during 18 months. -
National
6866 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6866 USD per year during 18 months.
- National: $12,121 NZD/year
- International: $51,100 NZD/year
Living costs for Christchurch
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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