Overview

The Earth Sciences programme at the University of Waikato provides students with a deep understanding of the physical processes that shape our planet and its atmosphere. This degree integrates scientific rigour with practical applications to address the most pressing environmental issues facing humanity today. Students gain the expertise required to develop effective solutions for a sustainable future.

Why Earth Sciences at the University of Waikato?

The University of Waikato offers a unique interdisciplinary approach where Mātauranga Māori is interwoven throughout the curriculum. Students benefit from a multidisciplinary learning environment that spans science, arts, and social sciences. The programme culminates in a collaborative group project with an external organisation, providing real-world experience in developing low-carbon strategies and environmental solutions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: NZD 42230 per year
National fee: NZD 8620 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Earth, Ocean, and Environmental Sciences
Environmental Geosciences
Critical Social Science Research
Climate Change Science
Arts Activism in a Changing Environment
Volcanology
Sedimentary Geology
Engineering Geology
Soil and Water Management
Hydrology
Coastal Oceanography

Careers with Earth Sciences

Graduates are prepared for diverse professional roles across multiple sectors focused on sustainability and environmental management. Potential career paths include becoming an environmental scientist, ecologist, or biodiversity manager. Others find success as policy analysts, climate action specialists, or advisors in foreign affairs and strategic planning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Discovering Planet Earth - Tūhuratia Papatūānuku

Critical Social Science Research: The Crisis of Climate Change

Arts Activism in a Changing Environment

Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation

Māori, Pacific and Indigenous Responses to Climate Change

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-17 00:00:00
Starting 2027-07-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the deadline may be accepted if space is available.

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, New Zealand

Disciplines

Earth Sciences View 10 other Bachelors in Earth Sciences in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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50

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Other requirements

General requirements

Advanced Placement International Diploma (APID) - Applicants must have qualified for the diploma with grades of 3 or higher in each of at least 4 subjects.

International Baccalaureate (taken in NZ or overseas) - Completed International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with a minimum of 24 points.

Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) or Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) - A minimum of 120 points on the New Zealand CAIE Tariff at A or AS level, including at least three subjects (excluding Thinking Skills) in which no grade is lower than D.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42230 NZD / year

≈ 42230 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8620 NZD / year

≈ 8620 NZD / year

Additional Details

Domestic: $8,132 - $8,290 per year

Living costs

Hamilton

New Zealand

1470 - 2020 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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