Course Overview

Animal management and welfare is a rapidly growing field of study and work. If you're keen to get stuck in right away, this unique programme could be the next step you need to take in your career.

In it, you'll develop in-depth knowledge and understanding of animal behaviour modification, health and welfare, handling and husbandry, conservation, and human/animal interactions.

General Eligibility

Academic requirements

For this programme, you will need the following:

1. 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including:

   • 14 credits in two different approved subjects; and

   • 14 credits from up to two subjects (approved or non-approved);

2. 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (4 in reading, 4 in writing);

3. 14 credits in NCEA Level 1 or higher in Mathematics or Pangarau;

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language you will also need one or more of the following:

  • Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance;

  • Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency;

  • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years;