Overview

The Science (Honours) course from Auckland University of Technology focuses on the latest developments.

At the heart of the programme is the honours dissertation; an independent small-scale research project on a scientific topic.

What to study:

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

You can specialise in:

Marine science
Science

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biomedical Science & Technology

Physical Chemistry

Chemistry for Drug Discovery

Biological Inorganic Chemistry

Molecular Spectroscopy

Metabolites and Proteins

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-13 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students: We recommend applying at least three months before the start of the programme to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Domestic students: Apply well before the semester starts to have the best chance of securing a place in your preferred programme.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Disciplines

Natural Sciences Molecular Sciences Genetics View 6 other Bachelors in Genetics in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

B

English requirements

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80

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50

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences or Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses.
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38300 NZD / year

≈ 38300 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8190 NZD / year

≈ 8190 NZD / year

Additional Details

National: $9,411.60 - $9,803.60 (for 120 points)
International: $39,521.60 (for 120 points)

Part-time students will pay a proportion of this amount.

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Science (Honours).

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Overview

What to study:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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