Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science
Dunedin, New Zealand
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
NZD 51,800 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international fee | NZD 9300 - 10000 domestic fee
Key Summary
About: The Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science at the University of Otago is a two-year postgraduate programme combining coursework and research to deepen your understanding of environmental systems. It’s interdisciplinary across chemistry, geography, marine science, geology, surveying and zoology, with flexible pathways, faculty collaboration and a thesis addressing real-world environmental solutions.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can enter environmental research, policy and management, conservation, sustainability and monitoring. Typical roles include environmental researcher, policy analyst and environmental manager; other paths are conservation scientist, ecological consultant and marine scientist. You’ll gain fieldwork, data analysis, ecosystem assessment, monitoring and scientific communication for academia.
The Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science at the University of Otago is a two-year postgraduate programme that combines advanced coursework with independent research to deepen your understanding of environmental systems and issues. This interdisciplinary degree allows students to work across multiple scientific fields—such as chemistry, geography, marine science, geology, surveying, and zoology—to explore complex environmental challenges from diverse perspectives.
Designed for students seeking to expand their scientific knowledge and research skills, this MSc offers flexibility in study pathways and encourages collaboration with experienced faculty while preparing a thesis that contributes to real-world environmental solutions. Whether pursued full-time or part-time, the programme equips graduates with the expertise needed for careers in environmental research, policy, and management.