Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Already have a degree and want to prepare yourself for higher-level careers or a master's degree or PhD? The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is for students with an undergraduate degree in applied mathematics, computer science or science.

At the heart of the programme is the honours dissertation; an independent small-scale research project on a scientific topic. We have strong links with key industry organisations, and many students complete their research project in collaboration with an industry partner. Papers in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) focus on the latest developments in applied mathematics, computer science and science.

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Minimum entry requirements

  • Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences or Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with a B grade average or higher in level 7 papers.

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

The degree consists of papers and a dissertation where you undertake a supervised research project, sometimes in collaboration with an industry partner.

You can specialise in:

  • Applied conservation
  • Computer and mathematical sciences
  • Science
Quick facts
Programme code:
AK1040
Level:
8
Points:
120
Duration:
1 year full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:

25 Feb 2019

24 Feb 2020

Fees:
Domestic
$8,540
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2019. The exact tuition fee will depend on papers selected and may exceed this figure.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year, if you are planning for beyond 2019, the tuition 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
$35,820
  • 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

Samir Brown
Johnny Pearce
Biyuan Wang
Kevin Kantono
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.
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.
Biyuan Wang
Great graduatesBiyuan WangMaster of Science (Research)
Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Honours)She has always been passionate about mathematics, says Biyuan Wang who is enrolled in a Master of Science (Research) and would like to do a PhD one day.She has always been passionate about mathematics, says Biyuan Wang who is enrolled in a Master of Science (Research) and would like to do a PhD one day.
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.

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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