Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Geophysics, Mathematics, Physics or similar subject with at least a B+ average.
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Get professional training in Meteorology and explore the fundamental concepts of dynamic meteorology, radiation and thermodynamics.
Taught in conjunction with New Zealand's leading weather forecasting organisation—MetService—you'll learn about cloud physics, satellites, climatology and numerical weather prediction. Gain an expert understanding of mid-latitude weather systems, particularly weather systems in New Zealand and the Tasman Sea region.
You'll also do a practical project based on one of the research topics arising from the work of MetService. Gain new knowledge along with expertise in independent research, critical thinking and scientific rigour.
Choose to study the Master of Meteorology (MMet) or you can opt for the shorter Postgraduate Diploma in Meteorology (PGDipMet).
The MMet is only offered on alternate years.
What you'll study
You'll learn through coursework and an independent project based on a real-world meteorological research objective.
PGDipMet students will complete seven courses and MMet students will do nine.
Both qualifications start with five core 400-level Geophysics (Meteorology) courses—covering mid-latitude weather systems, radiation and thermodynamics, cloud physics and weather prediction. You'll add another 400-level Geophysics course of your choice or an approved course of your choice that can be from another discipline, and complete the 500-level research project. If you're doing the Master's, you'll take an additional two 500-level courses.
The 30-point project gives you the opportunity to work on current meteorological issues, with data supplied by New Zealand's MetService. You'll be guided and supported by staff from both the MetService and university.
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Medical insurance: NZD$620 per year
