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The Master of Wildlife Management (MWLM) is a 180-point postgraduate program spanning three semesters, equipping students with essential skills for careers in wildlife or ecological management and research. As one of New Zealand's top research institutions, the University of Otago offers an ideal setting for wildlife studies, surrounded by pristine mountains, fiords, rainforests, wetlands, and agricultural landscapes. Numerous rare and endangered species, such as albatross, yellow-eyed penguins, native songbirds, and skinks, inhabit areas near campus. Otago boasts a strong community of ecologists conducting research on wildlife and threatened ecosystems, with faculty maintaining close ties to conservation and research organizations both locally and globally.
A Wildlife Management degree from Otago University serves as excellent preparation for roles including:
Conservation Officers, Fish and Game Wardens, Pest Management Specialists, Research Technicians, and Science Advisors for governmental and non-governmental conservation agencies