Program Description

The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc), Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) and Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) in Quantitative Genetics are designed to provide the necessary skills for employment in areas where quantitative genetic methods are applied. These can include in primary sector breeding programmes (e.g. in agriculture, horticulture and forestry), in medical research and in gene resource management of endangered species. These programmes encourage critical thinking, develop analytical skills and broaden students’ understanding of New Zealand contexts.

Admission Requirements

1. Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
2. Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions:
   1. be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers;
   2. have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B;
   3. have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6.5

Remarks:

• Yearly tuition fee is given