FORE137-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026

Wood-based Bioeconomy

15 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 13 July 2026
End Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 26 July 2026
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 27 September 2026

Description

This course introduces students to the wood-based bioeconomy in New Zealand, focusing on the role of wood in sustainable product innovation, circular economy strategies, and emerging bio-based industries. It explores how wood can be processed, the range of products developed, and integrated into circular bioeconomy models to support climate goals and economic resilience

This course introduces students to the concept of a bioeconomy, focusing on how sustainable wood products can support climate goals. Students will learn how wood can be used in innovative ways to replace fossil-based materials, contribute to a circular economy, and reduce the environmental impact of industries such as construction. Wood product value chains, bio-based materials, green building, and national and global policies supporting sustainable resource use will be explored.

DRAFT TIMETABLE:

Please note that the 2026 timetable has not been finalised.

Scheduled days and times will be confirmed, following review, on 15th October.

Timetable 2026

Students must attend one activity from each section.

Lecture A A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Monday 15:00 - 16:00 F1 Lectorial
13 Jul - 23 Aug
7 Sep - 18 Oct
Lecture B B
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00 Rehua 002 Lectorial
13 Jul - 23 Aug
7 Sep - 18 Oct
Lecture C C
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Wednesday 11:00 - 12:00 Rehua 002 Lectorial
13 Jul - 23 Aug
7 Sep - 18 Oct
Computer Lab A A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Friday 13:00 - 15:00 Rehua 008 Computer Lab
20 Jul - 9 Aug
7 Sep - 13 Sep
21 Sep - 27 Sep
Lab A A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Friday 13:00 - 15:00 F1 Lectorial
10 Aug - 23 Aug
14 Sep - 20 Sep
28 Sep - 11 Oct

Course Coordinator

For further information see School of Forestry Head of Department

Assessment

Assessment Due Date Percentage 
Assignment 45%
Mid-semester test 25%
Exam 30%

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $1,190.00

International fee $5,875.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see School of Forestry .

All FORE137 Occurrences

  • FORE137-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026