Postgraduate Certificate in Parks, Rec and Tourism
Postgraduate Certificate in Parks, Rec and Tourism
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 2 - 14 Jul 2025
Semester 1 - 23 Feb 2026
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificates
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Duration
0.5 years full-time
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Credits
60
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
The parks, recreation and tourism sector is widely influenced by a variety of factors and decisions relating to politics, economics and environmental management. The Postgraduate Certificate in Parks, Recreation and Tourism grows your understanding of these interactions and their implications.
Study for free
If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, residing in New Zealand at the time of study, you may be eligible for free tuition fees. Part time study options may be available. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more.
About this programme
Decisions made for political, economic and environmental reasons all influence planning and business decisions in the parks, recreation and tourism industries.
This certificate programme will cultivate your appreciation of these dynamics, and support your ability to analyse the impacts they may have on the parks, recreation and tourism sector and related businesses and organisations.
Programme information
- Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses.
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 60 credits in total from the schedule below.
What's it going to cost?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Parks, Recreation and Tourism is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, residing in New Zealand at the time of study, you may be eligible for free tuition fees. Part time study options may be available. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
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Entry requirements
- Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses.
- If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 60 credits in total from the schedule below.
What's it going to cost?
The Postgraduate Certificate in Parks, Recreation and Tourism is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, residing in New Zealand at the time of study, you may be eligible for free tuition fees. Part time study options may be available. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)
Programme Structure
This can be either a full-time or part-time study qualification.
Year 1
First study semester
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First study semester
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PG Cert in Parks, Rec, Tour List 1*
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Choice of SOCI 601 or SOCI 602*
- Refer to the lists below
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*PG Cert in Parks, Rec, Tour List 1
Choose a maximum of three of the following courses. You may take two of these courses and select one of either SOCI 601 or SOCI 602.
Semester 1
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*Choice of SOCI 601 or SOCI 602
You may choose no more than one of the following courses OR none at all
Programme contacts
Key information for students
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