Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months (3–4 years)
- Part-time: 72 months (up to 6 years)
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
First day of any month
Language
English
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines
Forestry, Environmental Sciences
Overview
Graduates in the Forestry Science programme from University of Canterbury can work in consultancies, management companies, government departments and environmental agencies, and within fields as diverse as conservation, forest protection, biosecurity, forest management, operations, and policy.
Career opportunities
Career prospects for students with qualifications in Forestry obtained in Aotearoa New Zealand are excellent, both domestically and internationally.
Programme Structure
Research:
- Forest Harvest Planning
- Forest Economics
- Forest Transportation and Road Design
- Forest Products Marketing and International Trade
- Advanced Wood Products Processing
- Advanced Wood Products Processing
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 58
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Enrolment in a PhD requires completion of a research-focused honours or master’s degree, at First or Second Class (Division I) Honours or Distinction level (or equivalent qualifications).
- Applicants with qualifications from outside Aotearoa New Zealand must have been granted admission to the University. Our admissions team, in consultation with the host department, look at your qualifications and transcripts to ensure that you have the background required to complete a PhD. It is possible that you may be required to complete preparatory courses prior to or after admission into a PhD programme.
- In exceptional circumstances applicants without the typical academic background, but who can demonstrate the ability to pursue a PhD, may be admitted at the discretion of the Dean of Postgraduate Research.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 7,146 AUD / year (≈ 8,570 NZD / year)
Domestic
Citizens or residents: 7,146 AUD / year (≈ 8,570 NZD / year)
Additional Details
- The ‘Tuition fee total’ is an estimate only. Your total study cost will depend on the courses you choose, and will include additional costs such as student levies, insurance, retakes, and other course-related costs.
- International and national students: $8,570 - $10,321 (subject-dependent) per 120 points
Living costs
Christchurch, New Zealand: 1,084-1,668 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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