Bachelor of Science (Honours)
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The Bachelor of Science (Honours) is a one-year programme for students with an undergraduate degree in applied mathematics, computer science, or science, focusing on independent research and advanced coursework across a range of scientific specialisations.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
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Conduct independent scientific research
Plan and carry out a supervised honours-level dissertation on a scientific topic, sometimes in collaboration with industry.
Apply advanced scientific knowledge
Demonstrate understanding of recent developments in chosen science specialisations, including marine science, biology, chemistry, and food science.
Specialise in scientific disciplines
Choose from a range of courses to focus and deepen expertise in particular fields, such as marine science, biotechnology, or data analysis.
What You're Signing Up For
This postgraduate degree prepares students with a Bachelor’s degree in science or related fields for higher-level careers or further study such as a master's or PhD. Central to the programme is a supervised dissertation on a scientific topic, often in collaboration with industry partners. The programme allows students to specialise in areas like marine science and a variety of scientific disciplines including biology, chemistry, genetics, and food science, with a focus on research, analysis, and the latest scientific developments.
Course Content
- Specialist Readings
- Selected Topics
- Marine Biodiversity and Conservation
- Marine Resources and Sustainability
- Scientific Research, Application and Communication
- Quantitative Analysis
- Advanced Ecological Data Analysis
- Biomedical Science & Technology
- Introduction to Medicinal Cannabis
- Physical Chemistry
- Chemistry for Drug Discovery
- Organic Chemistry II
- Biological Inorganic Chemistry I
- Molecular Spectroscopy
- Metabolites and Proteins
- Global Change Biology
- Food Science
- Frontiers of Food Microbiology
- Sustainable Food Product Development
- Contemporary Molecular Genetics
- Biomedical Ethics
- Quality Assurance in Laboratory Services
- Advanced Environmental Microbiology
- Selected Topics in Microbiology
- Ethics of Biotechnology
- Specialist Readings in Applied Science
- Selected Topics in Applied Science
- Dissertation research project
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences or Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) with a B grade average or higher in level 7 courses.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Research
Science
Marine Science
Biotechnology
Laboratory Science
Environmental Science
Future employment opportunities might be
Research scientist
Analyst
Laboratory technician
Biotechnologist
Marine scientist
Further postgraduate (Master's or PhD) student
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