Master of Environmental Planning (MEP)
University of Waikato
Program Overview
The Master of Environmental Planning (MEP) is an NZQF Level 9 degree that prepares you for careers in planning, environmental management, and development policy, or for further academic research. It's a versatile planning-focused master’s program that blends environmental thinking, policy, and practical planning skills. It’s ideal if you want to work on how human societies manage land, resources, and spaces sustainably from cities to natural landscapes.
The program equips you with broad, multidisciplinary understanding and practical planning skills. For the research option, you explore a specialized topic in depth (e.g., climate adaptation, heritage planning, resilience, biodiversity planning).
Academic
Successfully completed a relevant bachelor's degree with a B grade average or higher
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic: Overall score of at least 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.
PTE Academic: Overall score of 58 with no communicative skills score below 50.
Career Outcome
- Academia and Research
- Heritage Consultant
- Housing and Community Development Planner
- Urban designer
Majors
- Environmental Management
- Resource Systems
- Environment and Sustainability
- Urban Planning
Available Scholarships
Related Courses
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
Length:
4 Years
Annual Fee:
NZD 48345.00
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