University of Waikato

Course Details

Certificate in Science(Environmental Sciences)

Course Description

Environmental Sciences is the interdisciplinary and systematic study of our environment as well as our role in its management. Pressures and impacts on our environment are increasing as the human population grows and we seek to utilise natural resources in ever increasing amounts. Environmental Sciences can provide the scientific basis for understanding environmental problems, and finding solutions to them. By studying Environmental Sciences and becoming qualified to work as an environmental scientist or technician, you can become directly involved in solving our environmental problems.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Career Opportunities Biosecurity Officer Coastal and Discharges Consent Planner Environmental Analyst, Consultant or Engineer Fisheries Manager Oceanographer Resource Officer

Certificate in Science(Environmental Sciences) University of Waikato