Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 18,855 / Year
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026

    Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    About

    Specialise in Environmental Studies for your Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey

    The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Environmental Studies) is a bridging tool for graduates in other subjects. This qualification gets you the equivalent of a major in environmental studies.

    See the big environmental picture

    With Massey’s Graduate Diploma in Arts (Environmental Studies) you’ll explore the dynamic relationship between human society and our environment. It’s a relationship that’s always changing. You’ll learn to think critically and understand the big picture – instead of seeing environmental questions simply as problems that can be solved easily with a technological fix.

    Tailor a qualification that’s just for you

    With a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Environmental Studies), you can explore environmental studies from a scientific, social, cultural or economic point of view.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to Massey

    All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

    Specific requirements

    To enter the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Environmental Studies) you will have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

    You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

    English language requirements

    To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

    This qualification is classified as NZQF Level 7 and requires the same English language standard as most undergraduate bachelor degrees, diplomas and certificates.

    English language skills

    If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    English Evidence Academic IELTS^: 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band
    English Evidence TOEFL iBT: Overall score 90, minimum 20 in Writing
    English Evidence Pearson Test of English (PTE): 58 overall and minimum 50 in each communicative skills

    Career

    With a Graduate Diploma in Arts (Environmental Studies) you’ll be prepared for a meaningful and important career.

    Our society is becoming more environmentally aware, and career opportunities in this area are growing. Many local, regional and national government agencies and community organisations are taking on people to focus specifically on aspects of the environment and how it can be preserved.

    Potential career fields include:

    • allocation of water resources
    • ecological restoration
    • endangered species management
    • waste and toxic substances management
    • weed and pest management
    • climate change and carbon management policies.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    18,855 / year

    Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

    Massey University

    Massey University

    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Palmerston North