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University of Waikato - Marine Science for Conservation
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Location
  • New Zealand
    • Tauranga
Term
Short Term, Winter
Subject Areas
Ecology Marine Biology
Health & Safety
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Program Details

Program Type
Faculty Led
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Apartment
Language
English

Pricing

$9,563
Price Details
$16,680 NZD
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Transportation Travel Insurance
What's Included (Extra)

Papers/Courses: SCIEN301 & MARIN201, Medical and travel insurance, airport pick up from Auckland International Airport, welcome pack that includes essential Kiwi cooking items, a dedicated orientation and farewell, official University of Waikato Academic Transcript.

What's Not Included
Airfare SIM cards Visa
What's Not Included (Extra)

Also not included: Personal expenses during your free time.

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About Program

Kia ora, welcome to the University of Waikato!

The Marine Science for Conservation Short Programme is your gateway to an unforgettable marine science adventure! This 6-week experience based in the stunning coastal city of Tauranga offers you the opportunity to explore New Zealand's rich marine ecosystems through a mix of classroom learning, lab sessions, and hands-on fieldwork.

You'll earn 30 Waikato points (15 ECTS) while studying topics like ocean biodiversity, conservation challenges and the cultural significance on the marine environment in New Zealand. Students will stay in beachfront accommodation right on the doorstep of Mount Maunganui, one of New Zealand's most iconic and beloved beaches. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and culture of New Zealand, all while advancing your studies in one of the worlds most unique coastal settings!

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Program Highlights

  • Learn from top researchers at Waikato's purpose built Tauranga campus
  • Stay in stunning beachfront accommodation right on the doorstep of Mount Maunganui!
  • Earn academic credit officially represented on your Waikato transcript

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Marine Science at Tauranga campus
Aquaculture at Tauranga Campus
Scuba Diving in the Coromandel

Diversity & Inclusion 💙

The Rainbow Staff/Student Alliance is a group for staff and students and provides a forum for networking, discussion and progression of takatāpui and LGBTIQ+ issues.
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Neurodivergent support is housed in our wider Accessibility support at the University of Waikato. They are a small dedicated team, with a strong focus on providing a quality robust service that works for the students who engage with us. Our aim is to provide all students at the University of Waikato chances to succeed academically regardless of whatever impairments they may be experiencing and to have the opportunity to have a positive and engaging student experience.
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The University of Waikato is committed to providing equity in education and works to ensure that students with impairments have access to all areas of campus life and the student experience. Our Accessibility Service strives to make our University more inclusive and accessible as well as having equity of opportunity for success.

Although registration is welcome at any time, all students with impairments or support needs are encouraged to register with Accessibility Services before coming to University or very early in their studies.
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Impact 🌎

The United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) underpin all of our activities as an institution, and serve as a valuable framework for how we're addressing some of the biggest challenges facing humanity through our research, teaching, operations and external engagement. Our aspiration is for both a healthy and connected environment and fair and inclusive communities, acknowledging that neither can exist without each other.
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The 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings confirm the University of Waikato is making excellent progress when it comes to aligning its research, teaching, campus operations and engagement to the biggest challenges facing the world today.

The University is 92nd out of the 1,591 institutions ranked by THE worldwide, retaining its place in the top 100.
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