Master of Forestry Science
at University of Canterbury, Christchurch

4.2 /5

(10 Reviews)

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Master of Forestry Science
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UC
Overview

UC`s COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING offers Master of Forestry Science Degree program. The 1 year course of Master of Forestry Science is offered by the UC. To pursue Degree Master of Forestry Science fees for international students is NZD 43500.0. The UC Master of Forestry Science requirement for international students are IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE.

Duration	1 - 3 years
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
NZFQ Category	Level 9
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹21.08 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Public
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website

Master of Forestry Science
at
UC
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 21,08,445

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 4,57,169
Insurance	INR 36,353
Administration fee	INR 14,541
Books and stationery	INR 36,353
Total approximate fees	INR 5,44,416

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 NZD = INR 48.47 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 17ᵗʰ December 2024

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Master of Forestry Science
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UC
Entry Requirements

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Applicants for the Master of Forestry Science must have

completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Forestry Science with or without Honours; or

completed the requirements for another bachelor’s degree; or

completed the requirements for a Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry;

The standard and relevance of the previous study will be the criteria for selection, and for determining the options available in the degree

Applicants for the Master of Forestry Science must have a four-year Bachelor of Forestry Science, or other bachelor's degree in relevant subjects, or a Postgraduate Diploma in Forestry.
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Marks - 90/120
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PTE

Marks - 58/90
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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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Master of Forestry Science
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UC
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

Step two

Additional documents required

Degree certificates and academic transcripts (i.e. mark-sheets) of all university qualifications, including progress results for any incomplete qualifications
Evidence of English language proficiency
Research: An outline your proposed research topic/area of research.
Identity Document: A copy of the personal details pages from your passport. If studnet do not yet hold a passport, then a copy of their birth certificate or national identity card may be provided instead.

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/qualifications-and-courses/masters-degrees/master-of-forestry-science/

Master of Forestry Science
at
UC
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#251	Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering QS, 2024
#301	Life Sciences THE (Times Higher Education), 2024
#301	Physics ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2023

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UC
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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University of Canterbury
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5

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Vibe of Campus

Friendly
Academically oriented
Fun loving
Easy going

Student Views

60% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships4

Part time work3.9

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.4

Value for money4

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.9

Indian Food3.7

Permanent Immigration4.3

Aarush Bhagwat Verified Icon

BE (Hons) in Mechatronics Engineering - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Canterbury

3.8

A challenging but fulfilling and rewarding experience.

Tips: It is very important to understand that moving to a new country can be very challenging and overwhelming. The way life works and the processes are different to what you are used to. I think it was really important for me to try and learn the way people live their lives here since you can't change their way of living, so you need to be open to adapting. However, you should never feel like you are alone. Especially if you are moving to Christchurch for University, there is a whole network of people that you can get in contact with, and there are many different clubs to join. Therefore, you mustn't be scared to go out and meet new people. Embrace the new challenges. For me, joining clubs and/or sports teams is the best way to meet new, like-minded people. Furthermore, in terms of scholarships and funding, I managed to get an international student scholarship that allowed me to live in the halls in my first year for free. There are many scholarships that you can apply for, however, you need to make sure that the scholarship applies to international students. In terms of funding, I was fortunate enough that my parents were able to give me a weekly allowance that enabled me to live my day-to-day life. However, since I am studying engineering and playing cricket, I was also able to find jobs that allowed me to make money over the summertime. As long as you work within your visa restrictions, there is a lot of opportunity to find jobs etc. The university experience has been really amazing and I have been able to learn really cool things, both within the university and through daily life. While my course is very challenging, I have learnt some amazing things and could not be more grateful to be learning high-quality, practical knowledge that can be applied in the real world. New Zealand in general is a beautiful place with amazing people and beautiful views, you cannot say too much bad about this country.

Likes (Safety): Christchurch and New Zealand in general is a very safe city and country. The people are very nice and helpful. Although there are crimes like stealing from cars, as I have experienced, it is very easy to navigate through life and I have rarely had trouble trying to fit in within the community. Especially when joining the university, I felt that everyone was extremely supportive and always looking to make new friends. Therefore, the overall UC community is amazing.

Dislikes (Value for money): New Zealand in general is an expensive place to live. And, with international student feels, it makes it extremely expensive. While I have been fortunate enough that my parents can support me through my undergraduate study, a lot of students would not have the same luxury. It seems quite unjustifiable that as an international student, you pay more than 5x the price for the same courses and resources that a local student would get. I had already been in New Zealand for 2 years before joining the university and had a good network of friends already. Therefore, I did not need support as an international student as I am sure international students need.

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Business Information Systems - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Canterbury

4.8

Practically oriented in every perspective.

Tips: The enrollment process at the University of Canterbury was easy. For the initial days, it was obvious I felt cultural differences but after getting used to it, it felt like a home away from home. I was awarded a Dean's Award scholarship. I had a good academic score in my Bachelor and previous work experience helped in get the scholarship which was around 5000 NZD. I am fully satisfied with my university, course and the country - New Zealand.

Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation in Christchurch is excellent. It is well connected to the campus, and even towns 40-50 km from Christchurch are connected with good frequency of timings. The bus is the primary mode of transportation, and fares are subsidized for students at a rate of 1 NZD.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are some jobs on campus like Tutor, Research Assistant, and part-time in some cafes around the campus. Talking about Off-campus jobs there are plenty of them but you must have relevant work experience to easily get those. Academics are easily manageable with the job. Most of the jobs pay the minimum wage in New Zealand which is around 23 NZD.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2024Read more

Sneha Sunil Verified Icon

Master of Engineering (Transportation Engineering) - Batch of 2024

Offered by University of Canterbury

3.1

University of Canterbury has highly knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate faculty.

Tips: The University of Canterbury offers a high standard of education. Students should be aware that the coursework is not easy and requires a high level of independent learning, critical thinking, and practical applications. The education system here is very different from what I experienced in my previous institution. I was awarded the New Zealand Excellence Award Scholarship, which covered my tuition and living expenses. The application process was straightforward which involved submitting an academic record, a statement of purpose, and reference letters and the scholarship provided a stipend of NZD 10,000. I am very satisfied with my choice of university, and I would highly recommend it to any student who is seeking a world-class education in a safe and beautiful country. It is safe, scenic, and offers a good quality of life.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at the University of Canterbury are highly knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate about their areas of expertise. They are very accessible and approachable and maintain open-door policies during office hours. They are also very responsive to emails. In terms of teaching methodology, they emphasize real-world case studies and group projects, and there is a strong focus on advanced software tools. The teaching faculty is also diverse in terms of nationality.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Authentic food options from my country of origin are quite limited here. Most restaurants close by 7 or 8 pm, and there are only a few fast food restaurants like KFC and McDonalds that are open after 8 pm. Casual dining restaurants range from NZD 15 to 25 per meal, while fine dining options can go upwards of NZD 40 to 50. I prefer to cook for myself, as it's more economical and allows me to prepare meals closer to my taste preference. It's also a healthier and more fulfilling option compared to eating out regularly. However, I occasionally enjoy dining out to explore different cuisines or socialize with friends.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025Read more

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Master of Business - Batch of 2025

Offered by University of Canterbury

4.5

Learning with fun, and interaction with different communities and people.

Tips: Don't think! Just come to the University of Canterbury. It's the best university. The university provides everything here. All the faculty are here to guide us from scratch. The university has different departments for students to help. The university is very active in terms of hosting events and helping students.

Likes (Indian Food): Hygiene is followed. Quality of food is delivered. Here maximum options are non-vegetarian, but I am a vegetarian. So, I don't eat much from the outside restaurants. I am an Indian and close to my accommodation. There is an Indian restaurant where I go to and enjoy my meal fortnightly. The price is not expensive because if one is earning then he/she can afford eating outside. I prefer to cook by myself and enjoy my meal.

Dislikes (Value for money): It's expensive as compared to other universities. But the fees is justified as we can see that the course offers 180 credits towards our degree, which is good. The professors are very supportive. They are always there to help and encourage us to do good. My overall experience has been the best here.

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024Read more

Danish Khursheed Jahangir Verified Icon

BE (Hons) in Software Engineering - Batch of 2023

Offered by University of Canterbury

3.6

A pretty good university with very limited opportunities due to recession.

Tips: There is quite a bit of adjustment when comparing the education system from back in India. In India, as long as we get good marks at the end of the year exams, we get a good overall mark on our report cards. However, here you have to work hard and get good grades in each and every assignment because the amount of weight they carry in your final grades is a lot.

Likes (Safety): The city is pretty safe as I haven't heard much violence against anyone. There is little racism, if any at all, against other ethnicities. There is not any bad experience in particular that I have in the city that I could share. The people here are quite friendly as well which is also good. However, from what I have heard from friends, there is a bit of exploitation done when someone is sponsoring your residence visa if they are your workplace as well. However, the owners in those cases are also mostly Indians.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): Not many companies offer sponsor visas as far as I know. The main reason for my rating of 2 is that the current job market is not very good. The country is in recession and there is an acute shortage of jobs available in a lot of the fields. Quite a lot of the students need to move to cities or even countries to find a good job. The wages/cost of living ratio is also not great for it to be considered a good option to work.

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2024Read more

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Master of Forestry Science
at
UC
Highlights

The Master of Forestry Science will give students a head start into forest management, governance or research at an advanced level
Students enjoy small classes and a wide variety of courses to choose from, ranging from silviculture to advanced IT applications in forestry
This degree offers a flexible structure - depending on goals and experience students can study by examination and report, examination and thesis, or thesis only
Students can complete a professional master's degree with coursework and a report in two years