Study Master of Environmental Studies - MEnvStud at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand, Wellington Faculty of Science
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Master of Environmental Studies - MEnvStud

New Zealand

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What will I learn?

At their core, all environmental issues are social issues. Social science approaches allow us to understand the underlying causes and develop solutions to tricky environmental problems. Environmental Studies draws together environmental psychology, science and technology studies, critical theory, Mātauranga Māori, policy, and environmental ethics to help you learn how to create change.The Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Studies is made up of one year of taught courses. The Master’s programme includes the same courses, followed by a full year of research. Our highly interactive courses develop your fundamental understanding of the social dimensions of environmental issues. The Master’s degree sees you design and carry out a substantial independent research project.Working closely with our academic team, you will develop excellent skills for analysing and understanding information, communicating clearly, and conducting ethical research with communities. You will also be part of a community of learners-students and academics-who are committed to collective success.

Which department am I in?

Wellington Faculty of Science

Study options

Full Time (4 Trimesters)

Tuition fees
NZ$45,450.00 (US$ 27,111) per year
Books & Stationery – 870 (1 year of study)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/09/2026

Start date

November 2026

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (4 Trimesters)

Tuition fees
NZ$48,200.00 (US$ 28,751) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/09/2027

Start date

November 2027

Venue

Kelburn Campus

Kelburn, Wellington,

Wellington,

6012, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

To be accepted into this programme you need:

  • A Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject with a B+ average, or extensive practical experience
  • To be accepted by the programme director as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Proof of English proficiency:

Proof of English proficiency

To be accepted into this programme you will need one of the following:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.5 with no sub-score below 6.0

TOEFL: minimum score of 90 for the internet-based test with a minimum of 20 in writing

Pearson Test of English: minimum score of 58 (with a ‘Communicative score of not less than 50)

EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,5,5

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington ranks in the top one percent of the world’s universities in 14 subject areas.

  • 5-Stars Plus from the QS Stars Rating of Excellence
  • Number one in New Zealand for research intensity
  • 92 percent of graduates are employed or furthering their stu
  • Located in the heart of New Zealand’s vibrant capital city

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