Joint Graduate School in Coastal and Marine Science

We partner with Earth Sciences New Zealand (ESNZ), an expert in water and atmospheric research. On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become ESNZ.

beach in canterbury

Our postgraduate students work alongside New Zealand’s leading scientists across a wide range of coastal and marine topics.

Haere mai | Welcome
Mark Costello diving in Raja Ampat islands

We offer Masters and PhD research opportunities in a range of subjects covering the coastal and marine environment.

Tūhuratia | Discover
A picture of Liv Cornelissen smiling against an arctic blue background.

Our students and graduates share their experience and where it has taken them.

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Sally Watson, NIWA co-appointee

Our Joint Graduate School partners with ESNZ to provide postgraduates with the opportunity to work at the forefront of coastal and marine research.

Whakapā mai | Get in touch
NIWA Joint Graduate School facilities

Explore the state-of-the-art marine facilities available to postgraduate students.

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Humpback whale surfacing beside Niwa vessel

ESNZ is responsible for conducting leading environmental science to enable the sustainable management of our natural resources.

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NIWA Joint Graduate School Facilities

Our partnership with ESNZ provides a range of postgraduate research opportunities that will prepare students for careers in marine science.

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