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

Minors you can study in the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences:

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence can address significant wellbeing, sustainability and economics needs. The global demand for AI talent has doubled in the last two years, and the world currently only has 50% of the AI experts it needs.

Graduates of the Artificial Intelligence minor will be ready to develop systems and applications in areas like intelligent control and game playing, automated data extraction from text and images, and intelligent search and optimisation techniques for engineering and robotics. You’ll also develop an understanding of the ethical issues involved in artificial intelligence applications and research.

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 study six core courses that provide foundation knowledge required for the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences and the four majors. Compulsory first-year courses for all majors are: Programming Concepts and Techniques, Computing Technology in Society, Mahitahi/Collaborative Practices, Mathematics for Computing, IT Project Management
and Database System Design.

You also take the first Course to your chosen major(s).

Year 2 and 3

You specialise in your chosen major(s), and 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, ethics and professional practice, security and information systems.

In Year 2, you may also take courses towards a chosen minor. In Year 3, you work on a real-life research and development project relevant to your major which may involve software development or commercial research for an industry organisation.

The degree is flexible enough to enable you to specialise in more than one computing discipline, or to take a major or minor from outside computing.

You choose:

  • A Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences major (120 points) and
  • One of the following options
    • A second major (120 points)*; or
    • A first minor (60 points) and a second minor (60 points)*; or
    • A minor (60 points) and elective courses (60 points)*

*From computing or elsewhere at AUT

Skills you will develop

The outcomes for graduates of the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.

Graduate Profile

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK3697
Level:
7
Points:
360
Duration:
3 years full-time / part-time available
Campus:
City Campus
Starts:
12 Jul 2021
28 Feb 2022
18 Jul 2022
Fees:
Domestic
$6,786 - $6,865
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, 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
$34,513
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2021. The exact fees will depend on courses selected and may exceed this range.
  • Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2021, 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
  • 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

Jarryd Martin
Amos Foong
Timoti Wharewaka
Trisha Thakker
Vanessa Simbiken
Jarryd Martin
Great graduatesJarryd MartinBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesProgramming has always fascinated him, says computing alumnus Jarryd Martin who came to AUT to study a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences.Programming has always fascinated him, says Jarryd Martin who came to AUT to study a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences in Analytics. While there was no question that Jarryd loved computing, his time at AUT helped him discover a particular passion for data science.
Amos Foong
Great graduatesAmos FoongBachelor of Computer and Information Sciences
Certificate in Science and TechnologyTechnology influences the way people communicate, learn and think, says Amos Foong who is currently studying a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences.Technology influences the way people communicate, learn and think, says Amos Foong who is currently studying a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences. Amos’ university journey started with enrolling in the Certificate in Science and Technology and he already has an eye on postgraduate study.
Timoti Wharewaka
Great graduatesTimoti WharewakaCloud Application Senior Analyst, 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 senior analyst at Accenture.Technology is shaping the future landscape we will live in, says AUT computing alumnus Timoti Wharewaka. Now working as a cloud application senior analyst 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.
Trisha Thakker
Great graduatesTrisha ThakkerMaster of Analytics
Bachelor of Computer and Information SciencesHer studies helped her discover her passion for analytics, says Trisha Thakker who came to AUT to complete a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences.Her studies helped her discover her passion for analytics and data science, says Trisha Thakker who came to AUT to complete a Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences, followed by a Master of Analytics. Attending a career fair at her high school encouraged her to apply for AUT’s Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences, Trisha says.
Vanessa Simbiken
Great graduatesVanessa SimbikenBachelor of Computer and Information SciencesComputer science and IT have a substantial impact on every sector, says Vanessa Simbiken who came to AUT from Papua New Guinea to study a computing degree.Computer science and IT have a substantial impact on every sector, says Vanessa Simbiken who came to AUT from Papua New Guinea to study computing, supported by a Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade NZ Scholarship. Expecting to complete her computing degree at the end of 2021, Vanessa plans to work in the mining sector in Papua New Guinea when she graduates.
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