Bachelor of Science (Honours)
Other Science
A course by
AUT
A one-year postgraduate programme for students with a prior science, applied mathematics, or computer science degree, focusing on independent scientific research and advanced studies to prepare for research careers or further postgraduate study.
NZ$13,630
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Core skills this course teaches
Conduct independent research
Design, develop, and complete a supervised research dissertation in a chosen scientific discipline.
Apply advanced scientific knowledge
Demonstrate advanced understanding of specialist topics within the sciences such as marine science, biotechnology, or applied mathematics.
About This Course
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) at AUT is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in applied mathematics, computer science, or science who want to pursue a higher-level career or continue towards master's or doctoral qualifications. The programme features in-depth study in a specialist science topic and a supervised independent research dissertation, often with industry collaboration. Students choose advanced courses from a wide range of scientific disciplines, including but not limited to marine science, molecular genetics, food science, chemistry, microbiology, biotechnology, and applied mathematics.
Course Content
- Specialist courses in marine science, food science, evolutionary biology, earth and oceanic sciences, chemistry, microbiology, molecular genetics, biotechnology, and applied mathematics
- Dissertation (independent supervised research project)
- Possible specialisations: Marine Science, Science
- Research in collaboration with an industry partner (where available)
- Advanced data analysis, scientific research methods, quantitative and ecological analysis
- Studies in contemporary scientific topics (molecular biomedicine, medicinal cannabis, drug discovery, food microbiology, sustainability, ethics in science, quality assurance)
Entry Requirements
Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences or Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses.
Build towards these roles
Research assistantLaboratory scientistIndustry science and technology sector rolesPathway to postgraduate research (master's or PhD)
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ScienceResearchBiotechnologyComputing
