Dunedin Campus, Dunedin, New Zealand

QS World University Rankings

=194
QS Stars

5+

Degree Other
Study Level Masters
Study Mode On Campus
Course Intensity Full Time
Fees(NZD) 56808-
Scholarships Yes
Start date Feb, Jul

The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc), Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc) and Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) in Quantitative Genetics are designed to provide the necessary skills for employment in areas where quantitative genetic methods are applied. These can include in primary sector breeding programmes (e.g. in agriculture, horticulture and forestry), in medical research and in gene resource management of endangered species. These programmes encourage critical thinking, develop analytical skills and broaden students’ understanding of New Zealand contexts. The Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) is a 180-point, coursework postgraduate degree. A candidate would normally be a graduate but the degree is also open to those with other relevant qualifications.

About University

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Founded in 1869, Otago is New Zealand’s first University.

In the 150 years since, Otago has prided itself on being a research-led University with an international reputation for excellence. It is ranked 194 in the 2021/22 QS World University Rankings and in the top 100 in 15 subject areas.

It first received a Five Stars Plus QS Stars University rating in 2016 (and again in 2018 and 2021).

Most undergraduate and postgraduate study takes place on the Dunedin campus, but the University also has Schools of Medicine and Health Sciences in Wellington and Christchurch, which are home to many leading medical researchers.

Otago offers more than 200 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across four divisions:

It also offers a Summer School, Study Abroad and Distance Learning programmes.