Courses

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 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. Our strong links with the scientific community extend right across the world – making it easy for you to transition from university to your career.

_{The Bachelor of Science information published here relates to 2022. The 2023 offerings are still to be confirmed and will be added as soon as available.}

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Quick facts

Programme code:

AK1041

Level:

Points:

360

Duration:

3 years full-time / part-time available

Campus:

City Campus

Starts:

18 Jul 2022
27 Feb 2023
17 Jul 2023

Fees

Domestic

$7,835 - $8,048 (for 120 points)
($6,901 - $7,114 tuition fees + $934 student services levy)

International

Computing: $36,734 (for 120 points)
($35,800 tuition fees + $934 student services levy)
Science: $37,134 (for 120 points)
($36,200 tuition fees + $934 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

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Entry requirements
Majors
What you study
Related programmes

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

Computer Science major: Calculus, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics

Science majors

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

Engineering, computer and mathematical sciences majors

Computer Science

Science majors

You can also study the Bachelor of Science without a major (standard pathway).

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

_{The Bachelor of Science information published here relates to 2022. The 2023 offerings are still to be confirmed and will be added as soon as available.}

Year 1

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

Years 2 and 3

There is a wide range of second and third year courses, depending on your chosen major. For details about the courses 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.

More information about this programme

Email science.admin.team@aut.ac.nz

_{The Bachelor of Science information published here relates to 2022. The 2023 offerings are still to be confirmed and will be added as soon as available.}

Other undergraduate study options

Postgraduate study options

Quick facts

Programme code:

AK1041

Level:

Points:

360

Duration:

3 years full-time / part-time available

Campus:

City Campus

Starts:

18 Jul 2022
27 Feb 2023
17 Jul 2023

Fees

Domestic

$7,835 - $8,048 (for 120 points)
($6,901 - $7,114 tuition fees + $934 student services levy)

International

Computing: $36,734 (for 120 points)
($35,800 tuition fees + $934 student services levy)
Science: $37,134 (for 120 points)
($36,200 tuition fees + $934 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

Great graduatesAntony VaviaDoctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)Deciding to study marine biology was easy, says Antony Vavia who came to AUT to do a Bachelor of Science and is currently enrolled in a PhD in marine biology.Deciding to study marine biology was easy, says Antony Vavia who came to AUT to do a Bachelor of Science and is currently enrolled in a PhD. For his PhD, Antony is exploring how to ensure long-term sustainability of coral reef fisheries in the Cook Islands by doing a case study on the island of Mitiaro. He hopes that his research will be another footstep for the Cook Islands and the wider Pacific in terms of fisheries.

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Great graduatesTanayaz PatilInshore Fisheries Analyst, Fisheries New Zealand, Ministry for Primary IndustriesBachelor of ScienceShe has always been fascinated by animals, our planet and the universe, says Tanayaz Patil who studied a degree in applied conservation and marine biology.She has always been fascinated by animals, our planet and the universe, says Tanayaz Patil who completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Conservation and Marine Biology. Going on a field trip to the Solomon Islands for one of her courses confirmed that studying marine biology was the right choice, Tanayaz says.

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Great graduatesTyler IrvingBachelor of ScienceFor Bachelor of Science in Chemistry student Tyler Irving, the people she has met throughout her studies are one of the highlights of her time at AUT.For Bachelor of Science in Chemistry student Tyler Irving, the people she has met throughout her studies are one of the highlights of her time at AUT. While she has been impressed by many of the academic staff, one particular lecturer stood out to her; Professor Allan Blackman.

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Great graduatesVanessa Cocal-SmithBachelor of Science
Master of ScienceScience has always fascinated her, says Master of Science student Vanessa Cocal-Smith who completed a Bachelor of Science in Geoscience and Geospatial Science.Science has always fascinated her, says Vanessa Cocal-Smith who completed a Bachelor of Science in Geoscience and Geospatial Science, and is now enrolled in a Master of Science in Geospatial Science. Vanessa says completing a research project in the final year of her Bachelor of Science inspired her to continue doing research.

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Great graduatesYe LiuDoctor of Philosophy
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science (Honours)His curiosity about different foods sparked his interest in food science, says Ye Liu who is focusing on the effects of pulsed electric field treatment.His curiosity about different foods sparked his interest in food science, says Ye Liu who came to AUT as an international student from China and is now enrolled in a PhD. For his PhD research, Ye is focusing on the effects of pulsed electric field treatment to pre-process freeze-dried apricots.

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