Biological Sciences

Biology

Explore living organisms from molecules to ecosystems with Biological Sciences at the University of Auckland. Spanning biomedicine, ecology, genetics, and more, this field prepares students for careers and advanced study in the life sciences.

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Understand the structure and function of living organisms

Gain foundational knowledge of how different life forms are structured and how they function at molecular, cellular, organismal, and ecosystem levels.

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Analyse evolutionary processes

Learn the evolutionary origins of organisms and understand how species adapt and relate to their environments.

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Apply scientific research methods in biology

Develop skills to conduct research, interpret data, and contribute to advances in biological sciences.

What You're Signing Up For

Biological Sciences at the University of Auckland is an expansive field covering the structure and function of all living organisms, their evolutionary origins, relationships, and environmental interactions. The program encompasses areas such as biomedicine, biotechnology, ecology, genetics, marine biology, microbiology, and plant sciences, supported by active research groups and facilities. Graduates find opportunities across government, research institutes, industry, and environmental management.

Course Content

  • Biomedicine
  • Biotechnology
  • Ecology
  • Evolutionary biology
  • Genetics
  • Marine, freshwater and animal biology
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular biology
  • Plant sciences
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Biomedical research

  • Biotechnology

  • Conservation

  • Education

  • Environmental management

  • Marine biology

  • Pharmaceutical industry

  • Food and brewing industries

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Biomedicine, biomedical research

  • Biotechnology, food, brewing, dairy and pharmaceutical industries

  • Conservation, plant protection and quarantine

  • Education, environmental resource management and planning

  • Marine biology, ecology, aquaculture and fisheries

  • Parks, zoo and nursery management