Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences

Study computer and information sciences with us and choose from a wide range of programmes that prepare you for careers spanning everything from telecommunications to education, and healthcare to finance.

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The Institute of IT Professionals NZ (IITP) recognises our Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences as meeting the Seoul Accord.

You benefit from our outstanding facilities and industry connections, including our ICT and Engineering Careers Fair where you can meet representatives from New Zealand’s biggest and most exciting companies, from Datacom and Deloitte to Slingshot and Fisher & Paykel Healthcare. Pair this with the industry research project in your final year, and you have the perfect foundation to launch your career in computer and information sciences.

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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

  • Calculus, Digital Technologies, Mathematics, Statistics

Don’t meet the entry requirements?

Consider starting with our Certificate in Science and Technology.

Certificate in Science and Technology

Majors you can study in the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences

IT Service Science, Networks and Security, Software Development: You can study the full degree at the AUT South Campus.

Other majors: First-year papers available at the AUT South Campus.

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 complete eight papers as an introduction to computer and information sciences before focusing on a chosen major in Year 2 and 3.

Year 2 and 3

You specialise in your chosen major. You develop strong technical knowledge in IT, creative problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse, design and maintain IT solutions. You gain professional skills and knowledge in programming, IT infrastructure and networks, communication and teamwork, project management, ethics and professional practice, security and information systems.

In Year 3, you work on a real-life research and development project, which may involve software development or commercial research for organisations like Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Ltd, Eagle Technology and FutureTech.

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK3697
Level:
7
Points:
360
Duration:
3 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
South Campus
Starts:

24 Feb 2020

13 Jul 2020

Fees:
Domestic
$6,580- $6,657
  • 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
$32,850
  • 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

Anthony Ngan
Calli Bates
Racheal Herlihy
Timoti Wharewaka
Ash Lennox-Steele
Anthony Ngan
Great graduatesAnthony NganWeb Developer and Digital Marketing Support, iRefi Mortgages LtdBachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Certificate in Science and TechnologyHe had many highlights at AUT, says computing alumnus Anthony Ngan uses his web development skills to help iRefi Mortgages Ltd create good user experiences.He had many highlights at AUT, says computing alumnus Anthony Ngan. After graduating at the end of 2017, Anthony now uses his web development skills to help iRefi Mortgages Ltd create good user experiences. He constantly draws on the skills he developed during his time at AUT, and uses his programming skills every day to help maintain the company website.
Calli Bates
Great graduatesCalli BatesBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesThe world we live in is shaped by technology and she wanted to be part of that, says Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences student Calli Bates.The world we live in is shaped by technology and she wanted to be part of that, says Calli Bates who is studying a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences. Choosing where to study was easy, says Calli who visited campuses for universities in New Zealand and the US, but always felt that AUT was right for her. She says she now realises that it was the community feel that attracted her to AUT.
Racheal Herlihy
Great graduatesRacheal HerlihyData Scientist, Shopify, Ottawa, CanadaBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesProgramming gives you the power to turn your ideas into reality, says Racheal Herlihy who completed AUT’s Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences.Programming gives you the power to turn your ideas into reality, says Racheal Herlihy who completed a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Computational Intelligence. As a co-founder of start-up Squawk Squad, Racheal is using her skills to make a difference. Squawk Squad’s innovative approach to conservation saw it nominated at the 2017 New Zealand Innovation Awards.
Timoti Wharewaka
Great graduatesTimoti WharewakaCloud Application Associate, AccentureBachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Postgraduate Certificate in Computer and Information SciencesTechnology is shaping the future landscape we will live in, says AUT computing alumnus Timoti Wharewaka who is now a cloud application associate at Accenture.Technology is shaping the future landscape we will live in, says AUT computing alumnus Timoti Wharewaka. Now working as a cloud application associate for leading global professional services company Accenture, Timoti enjoys using his skills to help clients. His studies have prepared him well for his role now, Timoti says.
Ash Lennox-Steele
Great graduatesAsh Lennox-SteeleSecurity Analyst, TVNZMaster of Information Security and Digital Forensics
Bachelor of Computer and Information SciencesHearing a guest lecturer speak about cyber security threats was a lightbulb moment, says AUT computing alumna Ash Lennox-Steele who now works at TVNZ.Hearing a guest lecturer speak about cyber security threats was a lightbulb moment, says AUT computing alumna Ash Lennox-Steele. Now working as a security analyst for TVNZ, she loves being on the ‘good’ side of the security fence. She enjoys knowing that the work she does helps keep her organisation and the people who interact with it safe.
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