The Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) at the University of Otago is a 180-point, coursework postgraduate degree. A candidate would normally be a graduate but the degree is also open to those with other relevant qualifications.
The MAppSc is designed for students who wish to pursue an interdisciplinary program of study underpinned by science that delivers versatile skills relevant to multiple end-users.
Optional paths are available that emphasize commercialization, workplace-based projects, or independent study.
The MAppSc can be completed in 12 months or stages, providing flexibility for recent graduates and those currently employed.
Applied Geology provides unique opportunities to combine theory and practice with real-world experience to make a tangible contribution to local and global challenges.
By using New Zealand as your laboratory, you can tailor your undergraduate degree to any number of future opportunities and career pathways.
You can choose to combine your applied science major with other subjects in the arts, business, and sciences, and position yourself for a successful and valuable career that makes a difference to the Earth, the environment, and our communities.
Papers:
Either
GEOL 401 Current Topics and Advanced Methods in Geoscience
Six further 400-level GEOL papers
Three further approved papers at 400-level
APPS 597 Supervised Independent Study
$80,124
| Cost of living | 1 person | $4,140 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $18,696 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $61,428 |
TOEFL iBT Home Edition is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes.
Pearson Test of English Academic Online is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing in semesters 2 2022 and 2023 intakes.
The University of Otago Language Centre English for Otago program offers a pathway for Undergraduate and Postgraduate students to meet the English language requirements.
If you are not sitting the English for Otago entrance exam, these are the entrance requirements:
| Course | Test | Entrance requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate programme | IELTS | 6.0 (no band below 5.5) |
| IELTS Online | 6.0 (no band below 5.5) | |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 (writing 20) TOEFL iBT Home Edition is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes. | |
| Pearson Test of English (Academic) | PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42. Pearson Test of English Academic Online is currently accepted for applications for intakes commencing in semester 2 2022 and 2023 intakes. |
Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate diploma in the same subject with B grades (70%-74.9%) or,
have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
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