Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry
University of Canterbury
Subject area
Forestry Studies
Qualification
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Entry requirements
Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related study in New Zealand; or bachelor's degree and relevant experience in a forestry related area.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will have gained advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of forestry science and can apply and communicate effectively forestry principles and concepts. They will understand, evaluate and review new information critically; engage in rigorous intellectual analysis, criticism and problem solving; work independently; carry out research, and communicate effectively concepts, results, and conclusions. Completion of this degree can lead to professional employment or the possibility of enrolling in the Master of Forest Science.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies at this level can earn:
$45,000
Median earnings one year after study
$47,000
Median earnings two years after study
$56,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
70%
Employment rate two years after study
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Kaingaroa Timberlands Kaitiaki O Te Ngahere Scholarship
Provided by:
Timberlands Limited - HR Advisor
Website:
http://www.tll.co.nz/employment
Value:
Total tuition fees paid to approved institution.
Ngā Karahipi Uru Rākau – Forestry Scholarships
Provided by:
Ministry for Primary Industries - Head Office
Website:
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/funding-and-programmes/sustainable-food-and-fibre-futures/
Value:
$8000 p/a for each of the 4 years towards tuition and living costs
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 827 748
Phone: (03) 369 3999
Web: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz
Sources
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