Joint Graduate School in Biodiversity and Biosecurity

Our school is a partnership between the University and Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, specialists in environmental science and ecology.

Lush New Zealand bush.

We provide opportunities for postgraduate students to undertake masters or PhD research that helps maintain New Zealand’s unique terrestrial environment.

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Associate Professor Margaret Stanley, JGS Biodiversity and Biosecurity

Learn more about what the programme can offer you from some of our graduates.

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Native tui

Complete your postgraduate degree alongside leading scientists and help protect and enhance our natural biodiversity.

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Manuka flowers

Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research’s core purpose is to drive innovation in the management of terrestrial biodiversity and land resources.

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Jacqueline Beggs and Biological Science student

CBB combines the expertise of Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research and the University of Auckland to foster high-quality research collaborations.

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Weta

Keep up to date with the latest Science and Biodiversity news

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Search for upcoming public events in the Faculty of Science.

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Science building details

View important notices about scholarship opportunities, competitions and more.

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