Bachelor
Studying a double major in the Bachelor of Applied Science means that you get a greater range of course options, in both animal management and welfare, and biodiversity management.
Animal Management and Welfare
Animal management and welfare is a rapidly growing field of study and work. This unique programme will prepare you with the applied knowledge and skills you need to be successful in a wide range of emerging animal management and welfare careers.
This programme addresses the demand for ethical professionals in industries and organisations associated with the management and care of animals. You'll develop an understanding of animal behaviour modification, health and welfare, handling and husbandry, conservation, and human/animal interactions.
Biodiversity Management
You'll explore how ecosystems function and support biological diversity, and how managers of biodiversity (including government agencies, non-statutory organisations, and voluntary bodies) are responding to increasing concern over the impact of human activities on the world.
Find out how society views and influences the natural environment, discover how social, cultural, and policy frameworks influence management decisions and develop your knowledge and skills related to plant identification.
Please note: There is a chance this programme will take an extra semester, depending on the timetables of the individual courses you select. This can be discussed during the application process.
For this programme, you will need the following:
If you don't meet the academic criteria above, we have a range of Bridging Education programmes which will help you prepare for further academic study.
If English is not your first language you will also need one or more of the following:
If you don't meet the English criteria above, we have a range of Foundation and Bridging Education programmes available, depending on your current level of ability.
If you don't meet these requirements, you may still apply under special or discretionary entrance.
For more information download the programme regulations:
Programme Regulations
- Ecologist - Animal welfare scientific officer - Conservation Manager for DoC or Iwi - Animal behaviour and/or welfare consultant - Biodiversity analyst or advisor - Biosecurity analyst or advisor - Geographic information systems (GIS) analyst - Animal handler - Park ranger (Council or DoC) - Animal facility manager