Agriculture & Conservation

Passionate about the outdoors? Ready to make a difference? At UCOL you have the opportunity to learn the skills required to follow your passion with a rewarding career in conservation.

You’ll learn from industry professionals and gain hands-on experience through practical training that prepares you for real-world challenges. 

With flexible study options and strong industry connections, your future in one of New Zealand’s most essential sectors starts here.

Explore our programmes below and chat to our friendly team today. 

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  Conservation

  

  Conservation

  • Certificates

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    • New Zealand Certificate in Conservation (Operations) (Level 4)

      Level 4

      Duration: 1 year full-time (41 weeks)
      (See Course Hours & Duration for details)

      Start:  Feb 2026

      Location: Wairarapa (Pūkaha Mt Bruce / Wairarapa UCOL Campus)

       
    • Te Kura Tapere: Certificate in Introductory Conservation

      Level 3

      Duration: 33 weeks part-time
      (See Course Hours & Duration for details)

      Start:  Feb 2026

      Location: Wairarapa (Pūkaha Mt Bruce / Wairarapa UCOL Campus)

       

  • Secondary Tertiary (programmes for current secondary school students)

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    • Academy Certificate in Introductory Conservation (Te Kura Tapere)

      Level 3

      Duration: 

      Start:  Feb 2026

      Location: Wairarapa Pūkaha (Mt Bruce), Horowhenua