Master of Resource Studies
(M.R.S.)
The study and interpretation of environmental issues requires an understanding of the fluid, contestable relationships between the economic, social and ecological dimensions of environmental decision-making and practice.
The Master of Resource Studies focuses on the theoretical, intellectual and holistic aspects as opposed to the direct application of technical and managerial skills undertaken in other areas of Environmental Management.
This makes it ideal for students wishing to use critical theory and intellectual investigation to assess Resource Studies issues.
How to qualify
Candidates for the M.R.S. will have qualified for the award of Bachelor of Environmental Management and Planning, Bachelor of Environmental Management and Planning with Honours or equivalent.
Length of study
By examination and thesis
Students will normally take a minimum of two academic years to complete a M.R.S. by examination and thesis.
The MRS degree may also be taken on a part-time basis, and mid-year entry is possible.
Course of study
The taught component comprises 120 credits at 600 level selected from the Master's Degree Courses offered at Lincoln University. Students are recommended to include in their course of study:
| ERST 601 | Advanced Theory in Resource Studies |
| plus at least two courses from the following list: | |
| ECOL 612 | Wildlife Management |
| ECON 606 | Natural Resources & Energy Economics |
| ERST 604 | Advanced Urban, Regional & Resource Planning |
| ERST 620 | Advanced Environmental Management Systems |
| ERST 621 | Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment |
| ERST 622 | Comparative Environmental Policy |
| ERST 623 | International Environmental Policy |
| ERST 630 | Environmental Policy & Planning |
| ERST 631 | Environmental Sciences in Environmental Policy |
| ERST 632 | Economics in Environmental Policy |
| ERST 633 | Integrated Environmental Management |
| ERST 634 | Applied Policy Analysis |
| LASC 615 | Advanced Landscape Planning & Policy |
| LWST 602 | Advanced Resource Management Law |
| MAST 603 | Mana Kaitiaki (Māori Resource Analysis) |
| MGMT 606 | Project Appraisal |
| RECN 635 | Community Recreation Policy & Planning |
| RECN 639 | Policy & Planning for Protected Areas |
| SOCI 604 | Interactions of Gender, Environment & Development |
| TOUR 603 | Tourism Management |
| TRAN 601 | Transport & Environment A |
Note: All Courses are worth 20 credits
Postgraduate Academic Co-ordinator for Resource Studies: Hamish Rennie
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