Program Overview

Bachelor of Science (Technology)

The Bachelor of Science (Technology) offers practical, relevant work experience, integrating theoretical learning with hands-on experience for a seamless transition into your chosen career.

Points and Duration

The total number of points to gain this qualification and how long this is expected to take full-time.

• 360 points, 3 years

Locations

The study locations where the qualification is offered.

• Hamilton

Area of Study

This shows which Faculty or School you can study this qualification under.

• School of Science

Start Dates

Which trimester this qualification can be started in.

• Trimester A (March) and Trimester B (July)

Why study the Bachelor of Science (Technology)?

The Bachelor of Science (Technology) is a flexible degree, designed to provide you with the necessary practical experience to stand out among other science graduates.

Degree Structure

• Year 1: 100 level Major, including SCIEN100 Science and Mātauranga Māori, and papers from List A: Science Fundamentals and List C: Science Numeracy.
• Year 2: 200 level Major, including SCIEN270 Preparation for the Professional Workplace, and papers from List C: Science Numeracy.
• Year 3: 300 level Major, including SCIEN371 Science Work Placement, and elective papers.

List A: Science Fundamentals

Choose two papers (30 points) from the following:

• APHYS111 Physics in Context - Ahupūngao o te Ao
• AQCUL101 Introduction to Aquaculture - Ahumoana
• BIOMD101 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
• BIOEB101 Concepts of Biology - Ngā Huatau o te Koiora
• BIOEB102 Introduction to Ecology and Biodiversity - Mātai Hauropi a Kanorau Koiora
• BIOMO101 Introduction to Molecular and Cellular Biology - Mātai Pūtau a Mātai Rāpoi Ngota Koiora
• CHEMY100 Chemistry in Context - Matū o te Ao
• CHEMY101 Chemistry: A Toolkit for Science - Mātai Matū: He taputapu taiao
• CHEMY102 Chemical Foundations for Life - Orokohanga Matū mō te Oranga
• CLIMT101 Introduction to Climate Change Science - Pūtaiao Huringa Āhuarangi
• EARTH101 Introduction to Earth, Ocean, and Environmental Sciences - Ngā Pūtaiao Whenua, Moana, me te Taiao
• EARTH102 Environmental Geosciences - Tūhuratia Papatūānuku
• ENGEN111 Electricity for Engineers
• ENGEN112 Materials Science and Engineering
• ENGEN180 Foundations of Engineering
• ENVSC101 Environmental Science - Pūtaiao Taiao
• MARIN101 Marine Biodiversity - Rerenga Rauropi Taimoana
• MARIN102 Marine Mammals, Birds and Apex Predators
• PHYSC100 General Physics

List C: Science Numeracy

Choose two papers (30 points) from the following:

• One of CHEMY202 Chemical Dynamics - Matū Nekeneke
• CHEMY204 Analytical Chemistry
• One of COMPX101 Introduction to Programming
• COMPX102 Object-Oriented Programming
• ENGEN103 Engineering Computing
• One of COMPX201 Data Structures and Algorithms
• COMPX202 Mobile Computing and Software Architecture
• COMPX225 Introduction to Databases and Web Development
• COMPX241 Software Engineering Design 1
• COMPX242 Software Engineering Design 2
• CSMAX101 The World of Data
• ENGEN201 Engineering Maths and Modelling 2
• ENVPL202 Cartography and Spatial Analysis
• One of MATHS103 Mathematics 1A
• ENGEN101 Engineering Maths and Modelling 1A
• One of MATHS104 Mathematics 1B
• ENGEN102 Engineering Maths and Modelling 1B
• MATHS135 Discrete Structures
• MATHS165 General Mathematics
• MATHS168 Preparatory Mathematics
• Any 200-level MATHS paper
• One of PHYSC100 General Physics
• PHYSC101 Physics for Engineers and Scientists
• ENGEN110 Engineering Mechanics
• One of DATAX111 Statistics for Science
• DATAX121 Introduction to Statistical Methods
• Any 200-level DATAX paper
• HELTH201 Epidemiology and Bio-statistics

Career Opportunities

• Conservation Biologist
• Conservation Ranger
• Environmental Scientist
• Forensic Technician
• Geologist
• Geotechnical Officer
• Laboratory Technician
• Marine Ecologist
• Microbiologist

Facilities

The University of Waikato’s School of Science is home to a suite of well-equipped laboratories. Most science papers include weekly laboratory sessions, giving you the chance to put what you’ve learnt in lectures and tutorials into practice.

Entry Requirements

There are five ways you can gain admission to the University of Waikato:

1. NCEA University Entrance
2. Admission at entrance level
3. Discretionary entrance
4. University Entrance prior to 2015
5. Special admission

Fees and Scholarships

Estimated fees: $8,787 per year (domestic tuition fees). Visit our Scholarship finder for more information about possible scholarships.

Graduate Outcomes

Bachelor of Science (Technology) graduates should have:

• A capacity to think innovatively and to solve problems
• An understanding of technology transfer through successfully undertaking two management papers
• The ability to apply science to technical problems
• Knowledge of and a capacity to work with up-to-date technology and instrumentation
• The training, knowledge, and insights to contribute to the achievement of environmental sustainability in New Zealand
• Technical analysis and report writing skills
• Immediately applicable theoretical and practical knowledge and skills
• Skills, knowledge and attributes needed to contribute directly and constructively to specific aspects of the building of a science-based knowledge economy in New Zealand

Practical Experience

Work placements are a major feature of the BSc(Tech) and you will complete 400 hours of relevant work experience during your degree. Our Work Integrated Learning Team actively seeks and oversees your industrial work placement, ensuring a good fit for your area of study and career goals, and monitoring the quality of your work experience.