NZ Diploma in Environmental Management (Terrestrial strand) (Level 6)

Summary

Environmental management for a sustainable future

Equip yourself for a role in the exciting and ever-expanding world of environmental management.

From the preservation of our beautiful natural resources to sustainable land management, the EIT Environmental Management diploma will equip you with the knowledge and skills to participate in and manage community or government driven environmental projects.

This level 6 diploma will prepare you for roles in conservation, resource management and environmental monitoring, research and consulting, and leads on to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management).

Outline

The programme focuses on environmental issues, their impact on societies and ecosystems, and their mitigation.

The terrestrial strand will equip you with knowledge of soil science, water resources, biodiversity, ecology and organism monitoring. You will also learn how to identify and manage the resources for environmental monitoring and develop skills in GIS.

Subject Areas

• Sustainable Futures
• Biosecurity
• Freshwater Ecology and Monitoring
• Environmental Monitoring and Management
• Soil Science
• Principles of Ecology
• Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
• Environmental Statistics and Research

Career and Study Opportunities

Possible job and career opportunities can include:

• Park ranger
• Environmental consultant/technician
• Conservation officer
• Environmental researcher
• Resource management adviser/consultant

On completion of the NZ Diploma in Environmental Management (with a Terrestrial strand) (Level 6) you can continue your study pathway with the Bachelor of Applied Science (Biodiversity Management).

Academic learning services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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Hawke’s Bay Campus