University of Canterbury

Course Details

Master of Forestry Science MForSc

Course Description

The Master of Forestry Science will give you a head start into forest management, governance or research at an advanced level. This degree offers a flexible structure – depending on your goals and experience you can study by examination and report, examination and thesis, or thesis only. This programme means you can complete a professional master's degree with coursework and a report in two years. Students enjoy small classes and a wide variety of courses to choose from, ranging from silviculture to advanced IT applications in forestry.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.

Master of Forestry Science MForSc University of Canterbury