Known for its ground-breaking research, the Department of Applied Ecology is part of science at AUT.
Our programmes range from applied conservation and environmental studies to marine biology. The ability to understand issues about environmental resources and applying knowledge and research in practice are important components of this discipline.
Undergraduate courses
Undergraduate study in applied ecology will give you a solid grounding in this area.
- Bachelor of Science in Applied Conservation
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies
- Bachelor of Science in Geoscience
- Bachelor of Science in Geospatial Science
- Bachelor of Science in Health Protection
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology
- Graduate Certificate in Science
- Graduate Diploma in Science
Postgraduate courses
The Department of Applied Ecology offers a range of postgraduate degrees:
- Bachelor of Science (Honours)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Science
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science
- Master of Science
- Master of Science (Research)
- Master of Philosophy
- Doctor of Philosophy
Research in applied ecology
We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across science.MORE ABOUT OUR RESEARCH
Research institutes
We work closely with the Institute for Applied Ecology New Zealand to engage in research important to national and global environmental issues.INSTITUTE FOR APPLIED ECOLOGY NZ WEBSITE
Contact us
Kay C. Vopel
Head of Applied Ecology
Phone: +64 9 921 9999 ext 6461