Master of Forestry Science

    Master of Forestry Science

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 53,246 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 25, 2026
    Master of Forestry Science

    About

    Introduction

    The Master of Forestry Science will give you a head start into forest management, governance, or research at an advanced level.

    This degree offers a flexible structure – depending on your goals and experience, you can study by examination and report, examination and thesis, or thesis only. This programme means you can complete a professional master's degree with coursework and a report in two years.

    Enjoy small classes and a wide variety of courses to choose from, ranging from silviculture to advanced IT applications in forestry.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Applicants for the Master of Forestry Science must have a four-year Bachelor of Forestry Science, or other bachelor's degree in relevant subjects, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry.

    The standard and relevance of previous study will be the criteria for selection, and for determining the options available in the degree.

    If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

    For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Forestry Science or use the admission requirements checker.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    English Program Requirements

    English language courses offered in partnership with CCEL will prepare you for study at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level. The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses offered by CCEL are designed to provide you with the specific language and study skills you will need to succeed in academic study.

    Further details and application form are available from the CCEL site.

    Career

    Career opportunities

    Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    53,246 / year
    Master of Forestry Science
    University of Canterbury
    University of Canterbury
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Christchurch