Postgraduate · Agriculture & Environment
Master of Forestry Science
University of Canterbury · Christchurch, New Zealand
Course overview
Taught by the School of Forestry, the programme covers forest management, ecology and forest products, with fieldwork in New Zealand's plantation and native forests.
- Tuition per year
- NZD 38,000 (≈ ₹21.7 lakh)
- Duration
- 12 months
- Intakes
- February, July
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Indicative academic score
- 60% or above
- English
- IELTS 6.5 overall, no band below 6, or equivalent
Scholarships available
What you will study
Sample modules. The university publishes the current list each year.
- Forest management
- Forest ecology
- Remote sensing
- Wood science
- Forest economics
- Research project
Where it can lead
- Forest manager
- Forestry consultant
- Environmental scientist
Entry requirements for Indian students
- A recognised bachelor’s degree with around 60% or above. Some universities accept lower scores with relevant work experience.
- IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6, or an equivalent PTE, TOEFL or Duolingo score where accepted.
- A statement of purpose, an up-to-date CV and, for most postgraduate courses, two references.
- Passport, academic transcripts and any work experience letters.
Fees, costs and visa rules change often. Figures here are indicative and were last reviewed in September 2026. Always confirm with the university and the official government website before you pay or apply.
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