Graduate Diploma in Science - Marine Biology in Wellington New Zealand | Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington | Wellington New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 36,400
(c. USD21,095.44)
Attendance
Full-time

Study life in the sea. You’ll learn about the organisms that live in the ocean and how they interact with one another and their environment.Explore the waters around New Zealand—one of the most extraordinary and unspoilt marine ecosystems in the world. Learn at one of the leading centres for marine biology research in New Zealand.Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing a 120-point Graduate Diploma in Science (GDipSc).Your GDipSc can be as specialised or as broad as you choose. You can specialise in a subject by completing the 300-level requirements of one of our BSc majors. This effectively gives you an extra major in a different discipline to your original Bachelor’s major. Or you can use the GDipSc to explore an interdisciplinary pathway and take courses from a range of subjects.If you are already working in an industry, the GDipSc is a great way to enhance your knowledge of the latest developments in your area of interest.You can complete the GDipSc in two trimesters if studying full time, or in up to four years if studying part time. Depending on your situation, you may need do preparatory studies that would add to your total study time.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

You need a Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average unless stated otherwise in the programme’s minimum general entry requirements. A background in a particular subject area or extensive relevant work experience may be required. Students with equivalent international qualifications from a recognised institution are encouraged to apply. Each application is assessed individually, and entry into postgraduate programmes is at the discretion of the programme director.

Tuition NZD 36,400

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