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Regulations - Science
The Degree of Master of Marine Conservation – MMarineCons
The regulations for this programme are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Admission
1 In order to be admitted to this degree, a student must:
either
a have completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II including at least 45 points in a relevant subject, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative
or
b (i) have completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative
and
(ii) have at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by Senate or its representative.
2 In exceptional circumstances, Senate or its representative may approve the admission of a student who has at least three years of scholarly experience deemed equivalent to the requirements in Regulation 1a, and extensive, relevant, practical, or professional experience.
Notes:
(i) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Science.
(ii) Relevant subjects may include biology and marine ecology, conservation biology, environmental management, environmental law, environmental policy and social science.
Duration and Total Points Value
3 A student enrolled for 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.
4 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 220 points.
Structure and Content
5 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Marine Conservation Schedule.
6 A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
Research Project / Thesis
7 a The research project or thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative.
b The research project or thesis topic must be approved by the Academic Head or nominee prior to enrolment.
c The research project or thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Reassignment
8 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Marine Science.
Honours
9 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Variations
10 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.
Amendment
11 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2023.
Requirement:
Research Masters
45 points: MARINE 701, 703, 705
45 points from BIOSCI 724, 727, 735, 738, 739, 761, ENVMGT 741, 742, 744, 746, 748, ENVSCI 701, 705, 711, 733, GEOG 730, INDIGEN 711, LAWENVIR 710, 721, 770, MĀORI 732, MARINE 702, 707, other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Programme Coordinator
90 points: MARINE 795 Thesis in Marine Conservation
Taught Masters
45 points: MARINE 701, 703, 705
105 points from BIOSCI 724, 727, 735, 738, 739, 761, ENVMGT 741, 742, 744, 746, 748, ENVSCI 701, 705, 711, 733, GEOG 730, INDIGEN 711, LAWENVIR 710, 721, 770, MĀORI 732, MARINE 702, 707, other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Programme Coordinator
30 points: MARINE 790 Research Project
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