Bachelor of Science

Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand, Auckland

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Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time , Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

AK1041

Campuses

City Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines15-Jul-2024

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 39,146 / year

Next Intake 15-Jul-2024

Bachelor of Science

About

Studying a Bachelor of Science is guaranteed to quench your thirst for knowledge about the world, and will be the start of a lifelong career in science.

Study with us and you have access to some of the best lecturers in Aotearoa New Zealand and state-of-the-art equipment. You’ll have lots of opportunities to apply your knowledge in the lab or on field trips, and our science degree integrates mātauranga Māori. Our strong links with the scientific community extend right across the world – making it easy for you to transition from university to your career.

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Start date: 2023

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Quick facts

Programme code:

AK1041

Level:

Points:

360

Duration:

3 years full-time / part-time available

Campus:

City Campus

Starts:

27 Feb 2023
17 Jul 2023

Fees

Domestic

$8,165 - $8,384 (for 120 points)
($7,091 - $7,310 tuition fees + $1074 student services levy)

International

Computing: $37,574 (for 120 points)
($36,500 tuition fees + $1074 student services levy)
Science: $37,974 (for 120 points)
($36,900 tuition fees + $1074 student services levy)

Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.
Fees-free study may be available for domestic students

Scholarships at AUT

Entry requirements
What you study
Majors
Minors
Related programmes

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

University Entrance or equivalent

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

Useful New Zealand school subjects

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences majors

Analytics, Mathematical Modelling and Computation majors: Calculus, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics

Science majors

Environmental Science, Marine Science majors: Biology and other science subjects
Biological Science, Biomedical Science majors: Biology, Level 3 Chemistry and other science subjects
Chemistry, Food Science majors: Level 3 Chemistry, Mathematics and other science subjects

Don’t meet the entry requirements?

Consider starting with our:

Certificate in Applied Science
Certificate in Science and Technology

What you study

The Bachelor of Science is highly flexible and you can build your degree in a way that suits you – study a single or a double major, select from a wide range of minors or add elective courses from another area of study.

To graduate with a Bachelor of Science you need to complete:

Core courses (120 points)
Your chosen major (120 points) and
One of the following options
- A second major (120 points)*; or
- A first minor (60 points) and a second minor (60 points)*; or
- A minor (60 points) and elective courses (60 points)*

_{*From the Bachelor of Science or another AUT degree}

Core courses

All Bachelor of Science students need to complete core courses that help you develop transferable skills and support your work in all other courses in the degree.

Year 1

Choose one of:

DIGD507 Mahitahi | Collaborative Practices
SCIE504 Science and Society

And choose one natural sciences course

ASTR500 Introductory Astronomy
BIOL500 Foundations of Life
BMED500 Introduction to Biomedical Science
CHEM500 Chemistry in Our World
CHEM501 Principles of Chemistry
CHEM502 Biological and Solution Chemistry
CONS500 Biodiversity
EASC500 Our Dynamic Earth
ENVS502 Environmental Science Skills
ENVS503 Our Total Environment
FOOD502 Food Science
FOOD503 Food Technology
GESC500 Mapping Our Environment
HEAL505 Human Anatomy and Physiology
HEAL507 Health and Environment
MAOH501 Hauora Māori and Environment
MASC500 Introduction to Marine Science
MASC501 Marine Science Techniques
MELS501 Histology and Cytology
MICR501 Microbial Life
PHYS501 Physics for Scientists and Engineers
SOSC585 Climate Action

And one mathematical and computer sciences course

COMP500 Programming Concepts and Techniques*
COMP503 Programming II*
MATH502 Algebra and Discrete Mathematics
MATH504 Introductory Mathematics for Science
MATH505 Algebra and Calculus I
STAT500 Applied Statistics
STAT502 Introductory Probability and Statistics

_{*Only available to students in the Analytics and Mathematical Modelling and Computation majors}

And one course from either the natural sciences or mathematical and computer science courses above.

Year 2

Complete the following course:

SCIE606 Vision Mātauranga: Science Practice in Aotearoa

And one of:

CHEM604 Instrumental Analysis
SCIE600 Scientific Inquiry

Year 3 - Final-year project

In Year 3, you complete a project in an area related to your major. This project gives you an important competitive edge for your career, and is good preparation for postgraduate study.

Courses you complete for this project:

SCIE707 Science Capstone Project A
SCIE708 Science Capstone Project B

Majors

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences majors

Analytics
Mathematical Modelling and Computation

Science majors

Biological Science
Biomedical Science
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Food Science
Marine Science

Additional majors and minors for bachelor’s degrees

Add an additional major or a minor to your bachelor’s degree and study another area that interests you. You can choose from a wide range of additional majors or minors.

Additional majors and minors for bachelor’s degrees

Minors

Analytics
Astronomy and Space Science
Bioanalytical Chemistry
Biochemistry
Biodiversity Conservation
Biomedical Science
Chemical Science
Earth System Science
Environmental Science
Environmental Sustainability
Food Science
Food and Environmental Safety
Geospatial Science
Marine Science
Mathematical Modelling and Computation
Microbiology
Molecular Genetics
Pharmaceutical Formulation
Psychology

Additional minors for bachelor’s degrees

You can also add a minor in another area that interests you to your Bachelor of Science. You can choose from a wide range of additional minors.

Additional minors for bachelor’s degrees

Related programmes

Other undergraduate study options

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Postgraduate study options

Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Postgraduate Certificate in Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Science
Master of Science
Master of Science (Research)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

One year of successful study towards an undergraduate degree at a recognised institute; or
Successful completion of a diploma at a recognised college of technology; or
Successful completion of a junior health diploma at a recognised tertiary institution; or
Successful completion of a higher technical institute diploma at a recognised tertiary institution.

English Program Requirements

AUT classes are taught in English. If English, Māori or NZ Sign Language is not your first language, you need to prove you have the minimum level of English for your AUT qualification.

We need to assess your level of English to ensure you can succeed in your programme. AUT does not accept responsibility if you fail courses because of a lack of competence in English.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 39,146 / year

How to Apply

When to apply

Apply well before the semester starts

Check the start date for your chosen programme on the AUT website. Note if there are any application deadlines
Most programmes will start in both Semester 1 and Semester 2 each year. However some programmes only start date at the beginning of the year and some postgraduate programmes also start in October or have other start dates throughout the year
You can apply at any time for research-only programmes including:
- Master of Philosophy
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Master of Engineering

AUT semester dates

Allow time to get a visa and travel to New Zealand

We recommend you apply as early as possible to allow for visa processing and travel to New Zealand.

Visit the Immigration New Zealand website to check if you need a visa. It is your responsibility to have the correct AUT visa to complete your enrolment.

Immigration NZ website

International applicants living in New Zealand

If you are living in New Zealand and hold a current student visa, your application will be processed up to the start of the semester if places are available in the programme.

It is your responsibility to have the correct AUT visa to complete your enrolment. Access to services will not be permitted if enrolment is not complete.

Submit your application

How to submit your application

Apply online
Apply through an AUT registered agent

You need to indicate your programme(s) of choice and major. Initially we will process your first preference programme only. If you would like your other preferences assessed then please contact our International Admissions team (details above).

Check that you have completed all sections in full and included all required official documentation. Incomplete information will slow down the application process.

Apply online

We acknowledge your application

We’ll send you an acknowledgment email/letter, which explains how to check the status of your application. We’ll contact you if we need more information.

Find out if your application has been successful

We assess your application to ensure you have met the entry criteria for the programme(s) you are applying for. We consider your academic history and relevant experience to make sure you can succeed in your programme.

We’ll let you know if your application has been successful.

Processing times (guide only)

One week for undergraduate applications
Four weeks for postgraduate applications
Credit transfer (recognition of prior learning applications) will also take longer

These processing times are only a guide. The actual times vary according to programme.

Cross-credit your experience: recognition of prior learning

If your application is successful

You will receive an Offer of Place letter, which includes:

Information about tuition and other compulsory fees
Insurance
When and how to pay your fees
Student visas
Where to find a copy of AUT’s refund policy

If you applied through an AUT registered agent all correspondence will be sent to them.

Accept your offer

To accept your Offer of Place: sign and date the Acceptance of Offer form and return it by the due date.

Receiving an Offer of Place does not guarantee your place – to guarantee your place you must pay all fees in full by the due date. Places are subject to availability.

If all places in the programme are taken when you decide to pay the fees and accept the Offer of Place, we will offer you a place in the next available intake.

If you can’t start at AUT for the semester stated on your offer, apply for a deferral.

We will send you an official receipt once we have received your payment. You need to present this receipt to the nearest Immigration New Zealand office along with a copy of your Offer of Place to get a student permit/visa.

Payment options for international students

Student ID cards for international students (on student website)