Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology - Earth Science

Massey University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Earth Science) gives you the opportunity to join the pathway to in-depth research at a masters level. If you complete the qualification at a satisfactory level you may be able to proceed to the Master of Science (Earth Science). If so, credits you have gained through this qualification may be credited to the master’s qualification. Field work could find you all around the country and the world. From exploring ancient volcanoes on Chatham Island to the back country of the Wanganui Basin you will get a wide range of real-world experiences.

You’ll gain transferable skills that will be useful in many different careers. These include observation skills, advanced ability in data collection, analysis and interpretation, problem-solving and lateral thinking skills, self-motivation and resilience, teamwork as well as developing high-level written and verbal communication skills. Massey University Earth science staff are actively researching and are members of internationally-relevant related groups. Many also have extensive industry experience, through either employment or consultancy. They bring this expertise to your teaching. You can learn from – and build on – our expertise in the societal impacts of Earth events, such as volcanic activity. These include social, economic, infrastructure and the impact on local communities including iwi.

To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology (Earth Science) you will have been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, with a major in the intended postgraduate subject, or equivalent, with a minimum B- average in the majoring 300-level courses, or
a postgraduate certificate that includes 30 credits of courses from the schedule to the Postgraduate Diploma in Science and Technology, or equivalent.
You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University. Academic IELTS - 6.5 overall and minimum 6.0 in each band, TOEFL IBT Overall score 90, minimum 20 in writing, TOEFL Paper Based 160.