Regulations - Science
The Degree of Bachelor of Science (Honours) – BSc(Hons)
The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Admission
1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant must have:
a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher and a major or specialisation in a prerequisite subject listed for the specialisation in which they intend to enrol, or have equivalent prior study
or
b completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II, and a major or specialisation in a prerequisite subject listed for the specialisation in which they intend to enrol.
2 Equivalence in Regulation 1 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.
Notes:
(i) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Science.
(ii) Applicants to Preparatory Clinical Psychology must be able to demonstrate professional attributes suitable for becoming a clinical psychologist. A written supplementary application, personal references and an interview will normally be required.
Duration and Total Points Value
3 A student enrolled for this degree must:
a pass courses with a total value of 120 points
and
b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.
4 The total enrolment for this degree must not exceed 160 points.
Structure and Content
5 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements for one of the specialisations listed in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) Schedule.
6 A dissertation or research project between 30 and 60 points must be included. The total points value of the dissertation/research project and research preparation course in the subject must not exceed 60 points.
7 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.
8 Courses selected for this qualification are subject to confirmation by the relevant Academic Head.
Dissertation / Research Project
9 a The dissertation or research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Academic Head.
b The dissertation or research project topic must be approved by the Programme Director or Major/Specialisation Lead prior to enrolment.
c The dissertation or research project is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.
Reassignment
10 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Science.
Honours
11 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Bachelors Honours Postgraduate Degrees.
Variations
12 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.
Amendment
13 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.
Specialisations available:
Applied Mathematics
Prerequisite: A major in Mathematics, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee, including MATHS 340, 361 and MATHS 362 or 363, or equivalent courses approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
at least 45 points from MATHS 761–770
up to 45 points from approved 700 level courses in Mathematics or related subjects with approval of the Head of Department
30 points: MATHS 776 Research Project
Bioinformatics
The BSc(Hons) in Bioinformatics was suspended in 2020. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Prerequisite: A major in Biological Sciences, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee and COMPSCI 220 or an equivalent course approved by the Academic Head or nominee.
Requirement:
45 points: BIOINF 702, 704, BIOSCI 702
30 points from BIOSCI 733, 737, 752, 755–758, COMPSCI 715, 720, 732, 760, 767, MATHS 764, STATS 720, 721, 730, 731, 761, 783, 784
45 points: BIOINF 789 Research Project
Biological Sciences
Prerequisite: A major in Biological Sciences, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points: BIOSCI 762
at least 30 points from BIOSCI 700–704, 724–760, 763–766
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses in a related subject, approved by the Programme Director
60 points: BIOSCI 793 Dissertation
Biotechnology
New admissions into the BSc(Hons) in Biotechnology were suspended in 2024. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Prerequisite: A major in Biotechnology, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
30 points: BIOSCI 762, SCIENT 703
15 points from BIOSCI 701, 704
a further 30 points from BIOSCI 700–702, 736–738, 741, 746, 749, 751–760, 764–765
45 points: BIOTECH 788 Dissertation in Biotechnology
Chemistry
Prerequisite: A major in Chemistry, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
60 points from CHEM 710–780
or
45 points from CHEM 710–780
15 points from approved 700 level courses offered at this University
60 points: CHEM 793 Dissertation in Chemistry
Computer Science
Prerequisite: A major in Computer Science, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
at least 60 points from BIOSCI 700, COMPSCI 701–711, 715, 720–762, 765–767, 771–773
up to 30 points from 700 level courses in a related subject with approval of the Programme Director
30 points: COMPSCI 789 Research Project
Earth Sciences
Prerequisite: A major in Earth Sciences, Geography, Geology, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee including 45 points at Stage III in Earth Sciences or Geology or GEOG 330, 331, 334, 351, 360 or equivalent courses approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
at least 60 points from ASTRO 720, EARTHSCI 703–772
Up to 30 points from ENVPHYS 702, GEOG 745, 746, 771
30 points: EARTHSCI 789 Research Project
Environmental Physics
Prerequisite: A major in Environmental Physics, Geophysics, Physics or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
45 points from ENVPHYS 700–703, PHYSICS 743
a further 45 points from ENVPHYS 700–703, 770 or other 600 or 700 level courses in Earth Sciences, Geography, Mathematics, or Physics offered at this University approved by the Programme Director or nominee
30 points: ENVPHYS 780 Research Project
Exercise Sciences
Prerequisite: A major in Exercise Sciences, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points: EXERSCI 705
at least 30 points from EXERSCI 704, 706, 708, 711
up to 15 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Academic Head or nominee
60 points: EXERSCI 782 Dissertation
Food Science
Prerequisite: A specialisation in Food Science and Nutrition (Food Science Pathway) or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
at least 30 points from CHEMMAT 757, FOODSCI 706–710, 750–751
up to 30 points from BIOSCI 741, MEDSCI 709, 710 or other courses approved by Programme Director
60 points: FOODSCI 788 Dissertation in Food Science
Geography
Prerequisite: A major in Earth Sciences, Geographic Information Science or Geography, or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head including 45 points at Stage III in Geography or equivalent courses approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points: GEOG 701
at least 60 points from EARTHSCI 705, 732, 772, ENVMGT 741–762, ENVSCI 704, 705, 713, 737, 738, GEOG 714–774
up to 15 further points, subject to approval by the Programme Director
30 points: GEOG 789 Research Project
Green Chemical Science
Prerequisite: A major or specialisation in Chemistry or Green Chemical Science, or an equivalent subject approved by the Director, including CHEM 360 and ENVSCI 301 or equivalent courses approved by the Director
Requirement:
30 points: CHEM 760, ENVSCI 714
at least 15 points from CHEM 710–751, 780
a further 15 points from CHEM 710, 751, 780 or 700 level courses in Chemistry or related subjects with approval from the Programme Director
60 points: CHEM 793 Dissertation in Chemistry
Logic and Computation
Prerequisite: A major in Logic and Computation or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points from COMPSCI 720, 750, 760, 767
15 points from PHIL 736–738
60 points from COMPSCI 720, 750, 760, 767, LINGUIST 721, 724, LOGICOMP 701–705, MATHS 713, 715, PHIL 736–738
30 points: LOGICOMP 782 Research Project
Mathematics
Prerequisite: A major in Mathematics or an equivalent subject approved by the Academic Head or nominee, including MATHS 332, and MATHS 320 or 328 or equivalent courses approved by the Academic Head or nominee. MATHS 302 may be substituted for one of MATHS 320, 328, 332
Requirement
either
90 points from MATHS 701–710, 712–770, 781–784, 786–789
or
at least 45 points from MATHS 701–710, 712–770, 781–784, 786–789 and up to 45 points from other approved 700 level
and
30 points: MATHS 776 Research Project
Medical Physics and Imaging Technology
Prerequisite: A major in Physics or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
45 points: MEDSCI 703, 737, PHYSICS 780
15 points: PHYSICS 743
15 points from MEDSCI 703–720, 722, 723, 727–732, 734, 735, 737–739, PHYSICS 703–780, 791, 792
45 points: PHYSICS 787 Dissertation
Medicinal Chemistry
Prerequisite: A specialisation in Medicinal Chemistry or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points: CHEM 735
45 points from BIOSCI 757, 759, CHEM 710–780, MEDSCI 700, 708, 715, 716, 722
60 points: CHEM 793 Dissertation in Chemistry
Pharmacology
Prerequisite: A major in Pharmacology or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
either
60 points from MEDSCI 700, 715–720, 722, 723, 744, 745
or
45 points from MEDSCI 700, 715–720, 722, 723, 744, 745
15 points from 700 level courses in a related subject approved by the Head of Department
and
60 points: PHARMCOL 787 Dissertation
Requirement:
45 points from PHYSICS 703–780
at least 15 points from ENVPHYS 701–770, MATHS 720, 725, 761–770, PHYSICS 703–780, 791, 792
up to 30 points from other 700 level courses offered at this University approved by the Programme Director
30 points: PHYSICS 789 Research Project
Physiology
Prerequisite: A major in Physiology or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points: MEDSCI 743
45 points from MEDSCI 703, 727, 729, 734, 738, 739, 744, or a 700 level course in a related subject approved by the Programme Director
60 points: PHYSIOL 787 Dissertation
Psychology
Prerequisite: A major in Psychology or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee including PSYCH 306, or PSYCH 211, 323, 324, 325, or an equivalent course approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
either
15 points: PSYCH 779
75 points from EDUC 741, EXERSCI 711, INDIGEN 712, PSYCH 700–770, 775–778, PSYCHOL 700, 701
30 points: PSYCH 780 Research Project
or
Preparatory Clinical Psychology
15 points: PSYCH 779
60 points: PSYCH 708, 718, 723
15 points from PSYCH 700–770, 775–778
30 points: PSYCH 780 Research Project
Statistics
Prerequisite: A major in Statistics or its equivalent approved by the Academic Head or nominee including STATS 210 or 225 or an equivalent course approved by the Academic Head or nominee
Requirement:
15 points from STATS 779, 782
at least 45 points from POPLHLTH 708, 709, 711, STATS 701–703, 705, 708–787
up to 30 points from 700 level courses in Statistics or related subjects, as approved by the Programme Director
30 points: STATS 781 Research Project