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:

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

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

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Postgraduate study options

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

$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 graduatesShakeel AhmedFood Scientist, iMonitorMaster of Science (Research)
Bachelor of ScienceHe loves being part of an innovative team that continuously works to improve food safety and quality, says Shakeel Ahmed who is a food scientist at iMonitor.He loves being part of an innovative team that continuously works to improve food safety and quality, says science alumnus Shakeel Ahmed who is now a food scientist at iMonitor. Since joining iMonitor in 2015, he has had a number of achievements he is particularly proud of, including publishing multiple research papers and being commended by the Ministry of Primary Industries and the New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology for his contribution to food safety.

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Great graduatesAshleigh McNieMaster of Science (Research)
Bachelor of ScienceShe has always had a passion for the ocean, says Ashleigh McNie who is currently enrolled in a Master of Science (Research), supervised by Dr Kay Vopel.She has always had a passion for the ocean, says Ashleigh McNie who completed a Bachelor of Science in Applied Conservation and Marine Biology in 2019, and is currently enrolled in a Master of Science (Research). While she has had plenty of highlights throughout her time at AUT, one experience stands out: being able to go to the Solomon Islands for a research project.

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Great graduatesElianna ZouraMaster of Science (Research)
Bachelor of ScienceMarine life has always fascinated her, says Elianna Zoura who came to AUT as an international student from Greece to study a degree in marine science.Marine life has always fascinated her, says Elianna Zoura who came to AUT as an international student from Greece to study marine science. While she had always known that she wanted to work with ocean life, Elianna says her studies helped her refine how she sees her future career.

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Great graduatesHannah GuTechnical Manager, Loft FoodsBachelor of ScienceShe has always been passionate about food, says Hannah Gu who came to AUT as an international student from Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province, in China.She has always been passionate about food, says food science alumna Hannah Gu who came to AUT as an international student from Jiaxing City, Zhejiang Province, in China. After graduating from AUT in 2016, Hannah now works as a technical manager at Loft Foods, which produces over 1,000 commercial-grade sauces.

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Great graduatesMarie Loraine EsekieluScience Teacher, McAuley High SchoolGraduate Diploma in Secondary Teaching
Bachelor of ScienceShe had always wanted to gain a uni qualification to repay her parents for their hard work, says Marie Loraine Esekielu who came to AUT as an adult student.She had always wanted to gain a uni qualification to repay her parents for their hard work, says Marie Loraine Esekielu who came to AUT as an adult student.

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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.