Postgraduate Diploma in Water Resource Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Water Resource Management
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 2 - 15 Jul 2024
Semester 1 - 17 Feb 2025
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diplomas
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Duration
1 year full-time
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Credits
120
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Location
秀色直播 University Campus and University of Canterbury Campus
Grow your understanding of the challenges and potential solutions in the essential area of water and water resource management, so you can help shape a healthier future.
Water is one of the essential pillars of life. Freshwater management is now one of New Zealand’s most pressing environmental challenges. The Postgraduate Diploma in Water Resource Management will cultivate your knowledge and understanding of the issues and skills associated with managing freshwater resources. This programme is delivered jointly from 秀色直播 University and the University of Canterbury, and will equip you with the skills and awareness to make an impact in this vitally important area.
Note: This programme is not available in 2024. However, students can apply for the (180 points) or the (240 points), which are taught at the University of Canterbury. These qualifications are jointly awarded by UC and 秀色直播 University.
Programme information
- Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 120 credits in total from the schedule to the regulations of the relevant masters degree.
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
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Entry requirements
- Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 120 credits in total from the schedule to the regulations of the relevant masters degree.
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
Programme Structure
This is normally a one year, full-time study qualification. You’re required to achieve 120 credits at the 600-level from the schedule of courses. A list of recommended courses is available from the .
Year 1
First study semester
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First study semester
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PG Dip in Water Resource Management List A*
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Elective
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Elective
Second study semester
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Second study semester
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PG Dip in Water Resource Management List A*
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Elective
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Elective
- Elective courses
- Refer to the list below
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*PG Dip in Water Resource Management List A
Suggested courses offered at 秀色直播:
Semester 1
Semester 2
- LWST 602 - Advanced Resource Management and Planning Law 20 credits
- ERST 633 - Integrated Environmental Management 20 credits
- ERST 621 - Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment 20 credits
- WATR 602 - Water Quality and Quantity Assessment 20 credits
- WATR 603 - Water Management, Policy and Planning 20 credits
- MAST 603 - Mana Kaitiaki (Māori Resource Management) 20 credits
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