Bachelor of Science - Individual Major
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Grow your impact on the sustainable management of land, water and other essential natural resources. This applicable, practical and versatile science degree will develop your potential to help shape a healthy future.
As the world changes, the challenges for scientists evolve. How do we grow enough food whilst lessening environmental impact? How do we maintain and support a healthy natural environment? How do we protect ecosystems from biological threats? This 3-year, full-time Lincoln University degree will prepare you to face the big issues via a flexible programme of scientific study.
How you’ll grow
- Create your own science major in an area not covered by the named Majors, focusing on biochemistry, genetics, animal science or plant science.
- Learn how to apply your knowledge through the environment, through ecosystems, plant ecology or at a molecular level.
- Build on a firm grounding in basic sciences by combining study in areas that interest you such as ecology, soil science, genetics or animal science.
- Preparing you to contribute to sustainable management and conservation of land, water, air and New Zealand’s abundant natural resources.
Career opportunities
Lincoln’s Bachelor of Science will prepare you for roles in environmental land management, conservation and restoration. You’ll be a strong candidate for careers in consultancy and with both local and central government.
Upon successful completion of this degree programme, you will be awarded a Bachelor of Science with an Individual Major
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.