Programme details

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science program at Waikato is the ideal choice for you if you have a fascination with the natural environment or take pleasure in comprehending the mechanisms of various phenomena

Course description

The variety of career paths accessible to Bachelor of Science graduates is not unexpected, given the degree’s inherent flexibility. This allows for the combination of courses tailored to individual strengths and interests. The first year is designed to be broad, ensuring that when the time comes to specialize, your decision is well-informed. Practical application of lecture material is a significant component of this degree, providing you with hands-on experience using state-of-the-art computing facilities and laboratory equipment. Additionally, we offer field trips that may involve overnight stays for geothermal sample collection or a week-long bush camp to study the local flora.

Specialisations

Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry
Computer Science
Data Analytics
Earth Sciences
Ecology and Biodiversity
Environmental Sciences
Marine Science
Materials and Processing
Materials Science
Mathematics
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Psychology

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Based on the major subject, career oppurtunities include working as:

Animal Welfare Officer
Chemical Analyst
Environmental Scientist
Laboratory Manager
Software Developer
Statistician
Web Architect

Entry requirements

As an international student studying at undergraduate level, you are required to meet academic and English language entry requirements.

To be eligible for a bachelor’s programme, applicants typically need to have completed secondary education. However, the exact academic performance requirements may differ depending on the country of origin.

English Language requirement:

IELTS (Academic)	6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL	80 with a score of 21 in writing
Duolingo English Test (DET)	105
C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE))	169 and no bands below 162
Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS)	B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
NCUK English for Academic Purposes	Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)	Level 4 (Academic)
Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB))	Minimum score of 54
Pearson PTE Academic	Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)	II with distinction in all four components
University of Waikato College	Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme