The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have:

a (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, and a relevant major or specialisation, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed at least 15 points from BIOSCI 333, 334, 394, or an equivalent course

or

b (i) completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a relevant major or specialisation

and

(ii) passed at least 15 points from BIOSCI 333, 334, 394, or an equivalent course

or

c (i) completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree from this University in a relevant major or specialisation, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed 60 points towards the Postgraduate Diploma in Science from this University, with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, and a relevant specialisation, provided that the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

2 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

3 In exceptional circumstances, the requirement in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

Note: A relevant subject may be in biological sciences, biosecurity and conservation, biotechnology or ecology.

4 A student admitted to this degree must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

5 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 220 points.

6 a A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Ecology Schedule.

b A student must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 120 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in ECOLOG 789. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Ecology cannot continue.

7 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

8 a The dissertation is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.

b The dissertation topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The dissertation is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

9 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Biosecurity and Conservation or Biological Science.

10 A student who has passed courses towards a Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Biosecurity and Conservation or Biological Sciences and is eligible to be admitted to this degree may apply to reassign those courses to the Master of Ecology provided that the Postgraduate Diploma has not been awarded.

11 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

13 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.

• The 60 points Dissertation can be taken over one semester (ECOLOG 789) or over two semesters (ECOLOG 789A and ECOLOG 789B).
• A student must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 120 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in ECOLOG 789. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Ecology cannot continue. Enrolment in BIOSCI 761 followed by ECOLOG 789 requires completion of an Expression of Interest form, with supervisor approval of the agreed topic. The form is available at: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/science/our-research/finding-your-supervisor