Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

Massey University

New Zealand, Palmerston North

University Rank:#230

The Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University is a Graduate Diploma program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered online across its ManawatÅ« campus (Palmerston North), online, and Distance and online campuses in New Zealand, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities.

About Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

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 and Admission Criteria for Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

Entry Requirements

Admission to Massey

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

Massey University entry requirements

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.

Massey University English language requirements.

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 Opportunities after Completing Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts

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

Environmental Studies – Graduate Diploma in Arts at Massey University

Massey University

New Zealand, Palmerston North