The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded by the University for research carried out under the supervision of at least two staff members. A PhD can also be presented as a PhD with Publication or a PhD with a Creative Practice Component.
In studying Ecology and Biodiversity you’ll learn about the distribution, abundance, and biology of organisms and their role in New Zealand’s most important ecosystems.
Career opportunities
Biodiversity Management
Biodiversity Advisor
Biodiversity Surveyor
Biosecurity and Customs Officer
Conservation Ranger
Policy Analyst
Research Associate
Laboratory Technician
Resource Manager
Resource Planner
Weed Management Advisor
Pest Management Advisor
Field Researcher
Technical Officer
Ecological Consultant
Ecologist
Environmental Scientist
Agricultural Scientist
Agricultural Technician
Museum Collections Technician
Museum Curator
Taxonomist
Land Management Officer
Zoo Keeper
*El precio que se muestra es una referencia, por favor verificar con la institución
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Hamilton Campus
Gate 1, Knighton Road,
HAMILTON,
Hillcrest,
3216, New Zealand
To qualify to enrol for the PhD, an applicant must
have qualified for the award of a New Zealand bachelors degree with honours or master's degree,1 in a field relevant to the proposed research with at least second class honours (first division) or distinction, or for a qualification considered by the Academic Board to be equivalent, or
have qualified for the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in a field relevant to the proposed research, or
have enrolled for the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in a field relevant to the proposed research and demonstrated that they are able to transfer to the PhD, or
have passed qualifying papers at a satisfactory level in a field relevant to the proposed research, and
have demonstrated research ability, normally at least 30 points of research in an honours or master's degree, or significant professional research experience, or equivalent, or
in exceptional circumstances have produced other evidence to the satisfaction of the Postgraduate Research Committee that they have adequate skills and knowledge to proceed with the proposed research.
You also need to meet an English language entry requirement as follows: IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0); iBT (internet based) TOEFL - 90 with a score of 21 in writing; Pearson PTE Academic - Overall score of 58 and no PTE communicative skills score below 50; University of Waikato College - Successful completion of Level 8 with a B grade average in the Certificate of Attainment in English Language (CAEL) programme.
Note: Application closing dates will be 31st January, 31st May and 30th September.
Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.
Más de 90% de los estudiantes están altamente satisfechos con la experiencia estudiantil en la Universidad de Waikato.
