Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc) Majoring in Environmental Management
Dunedin, New Zealand
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc) Majoring in Environmental Management
Otago's unique Applied Science degrees link the excitement of science and the power of technology with the challenges of business. Applied Science programs help graduates to become innovative thinkers with an entrepreneurial spirit, the very attributes successful New Zealanders are well-known for. As a graduate you'll be in better control of your career, able to contribute to the success of any organisation. And if innovation attracts you, an Applied Science degree combined with work experience will provide the right background if you decide to start your own business.
Why study Environmental Management?
As an Environmental Management graduate, you'll work with decision-makers, governments, and large businesses, making a practical contribution to addressing environmental problems in New Zealand and overseas.
By studying Environmental Management you'll gain a comprehensive and flexible qualification. The course will develop a wide range of research, analysis, communication and computing skills, and prepare you to take advantage of the numerous career pathways in Environmental Management.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
100-level
- Environment and Society
- Physical Geography
- Human Geography
One of:
- Mathematics 1
- Mathematics 2
- Statistical Methods
200-level
- Resource Evaluation and Planning
- Field Research Methods (Science)
- Two of
300-level
- Field Research Studies
- Environmental Management
- Two of
144 further points, including either requirements for an approved minor or approved second major subject or other approved papers.
Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours (BAppSc(Hons)) is also available.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Environmental Management skills are in demand around the world. In New Zealand, Environmental Management has been given an enormous boost as a career option with the introduction of some major pieces of legislation, in particular the Resource Management Act, the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms Act, and the Biosecurity Act. And there are plenty of opportunities to practise overseas, as long as you familiarize yourself with the local statutory requirements.
Many large companies now employ Environmental Management staff to work directly with their other staff, and to deal with local and central government. Those with overseas operations will need personnel with an international perspective in their training, something emphasised in the Otago course.
Many export companies now need environmental accreditation in order to secure markets in Europe, Japan, North America and elsewhere. Helping companies meet the requirements of such accreditation and certification schemes will be a major employment opportunity in coming years.
There is now a very large environmental consulting sector, contracting to private and public sector organisations. This kind of work tends to have plenty of variety, not to mention opportunities for travel.
There is always high demand in this area for graduates with a thorough understanding of the new environmental management scene backed up by specific scientific skills.
Program delivery
Application details
Applicants must apply online. They should also attach all the necessary supporting documents which includes scanned copies of their official high school or foundation transcripts (awards gained, marks, grades); scanned copies of the relevant official transcripts of previous university study; and provide proof of their identity: this is usually achieved by providing a certified copy of the personal details page of their passport or a birth certificate (in English). Applicants may also be required to submit an Educational Credential Evaluators report (ECE). As soon as applicants have completed their online application, their proof of identity document must be posted to International Office, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand. International student applications for semester 1/summer school study close: Oct-31; Semester 2 study close: Apr-30.