Bachelor of Science

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 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. 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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Minimum entry requirements

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, Applied Mathematics, Astronomy, Computer Science: Calculus, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics

Science majors

  • Applied Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Marine Biology majors: Biology and other science subjects
  • Biomedical Science, Food Safety, Microbiology majors: Biology, Level 3 Chemistry and other science subjects
  • Chemistry, Food Science majors: Level 3 Chemistry, Mathematics and other science subjects
  • Geospatial Science, Health Protection majors: Science subjects

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences majors

Science majors

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

Year 1

You’ll be introduced to key areas within science or computer and mathematical sciences. The exact papers you take depend on your chosen major(s).

Years 2 and 3

There is a wide range of second and third year papers, depending on your chosen major. For details about the papers refer to the individual major pages.

Final-year project

In Year 3, you may 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.

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK1041
Level:
7
Points:
360
Duration:
3 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:

15 Jul 2019

24 Feb 2020

13 Jul 2020

Fees:
Domestic
$6580 - $6783
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2019. Exact fees will depend on papers selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year, if you are planning for beyond 2019, fees may vary from those stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • Check if you're eligible for fees-free study
International
$33,410
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2019. The exact fees will depend on papers selected and may vary from the figure stated.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year, if you are planning for beyond 2019 the fee may vary from the figure stated.
  • There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
  • 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.

Scholarships at AUT

Freya Fortzer
Johnny Pearce
Kevin Kantono
Samir Brown
Freya Fortzer
Great graduatesFreya FortzerCompliance Monitoring Officer, Auckland CouncilBachelor of ScienceFor Freya Fortzer, a visit to the Stardome Observatory ignited her passion for science and encouraged her to enrol in a Bachelor of Science at AUT.For Freya Fortzer, a visit to the Stardome Observatory ignited her passion for science and encouraged her to enrol in a Bachelor of Science at AUT. She was impressed by the calibre of the academic staff, says Freya who completed a Bachelor of Science in Astronomy and Environmental Sciences.
Johnny Pearce
Great graduatesJohnny PearceAquaculture Technician, Manaki – New Zealand Premium WhitebaitBachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)Choosing to study marine biology was an easy decision, says AUT science alumnus Johnny Pearce who has always been passionate about marine life and the ocean.Choosing to study marine biology was an easy decision, says Johnny Pearce who has always been passionate about marine life and the ocean. It’s a decision he hasn’t regretted, Johnny says. He enjoyed the practical aspects of the papers, especially the field trips. Now working as an aquaculture technician, Johnny loves working with one of New Zealand’s most unique fish on a daily basis.
Kevin Kantono
Great graduatesKevin KantonoSensory Scientist, Arla Foods, Aarhus, DenmarkDoctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Diploma in Applied ScienceAn eye-opening conversation with an industry insider and his mother first sparked his interest in food science, says AUT science alumnus Dr Kevin Kantono.An eye-opening conversation with an industry insider and his mother first sparked his interest in food science, says AUT science alumnus Dr Kevin Kantono. It’s a decision he hasn’t regretted, and he now uses his knowledge of food science to lead the in-house sensory science research of Arla Foods in Denmark. Kevin says he would highly recommend AUT’s science programmes.
Samir Brown
Great graduatesSamir BrownBachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)Being able to work with Frucor Suntory was one of the highlights of studying food science, says Samir Brown who is completing a Bachelor of Science (Honours).Being able to work with Frucor Suntory – a market leader in the energy drink and water sectors – was one of the highlights of studying food science at AUT, says Samir Brown who is currently completing a Bachelor of Science (Honours). Planning to find a quality assurance job within the beverage industry once he graduates later this year, Samir is currently researching wheat beer.

The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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