Science Subject regulations
Papers for science qualifications are listed under the individual subject headings.
For a list of the major subjects available for the Bachelor of Science (BSc), please see the BSc.
For a list of the major subjects available for the Bachelor of Science (Technology) (BSc(Tech)), please see the BScTech.
The papers listed under Science do not count towards a major, but may be taken as part of any BSc or BSc(Tech) degree.
Note: SCIEN300 is strongly recommended for School of Science students and is recommended for students in other Divisions who have an interest in science communication.
The Graduate Diploma of Science Practice is focused on the professional aspects of the practice of science and provides additional learning opportunities relating to the authentic practice of science in the workplace, teamwork dynamics and communication, reflective learning, and skill identification.
Other qualifications
Prescriptions for:
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GradCertScPrac Students enrol in the GradCertScPrac after having completed the BSc degree. Students first complete SCIEN270 and then complete SCIEN371 and SCIEN300 at the same time.
Science papers
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
APHYS111
Physics in Context - Ahupūngao o te Ao
This is an introductory paper in physics for students who have not studied physics or mathematics at NCEA level 2 or 3. It is intended to support a... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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CHEMY100
Chemistry in Context - Matū o te Ao
This paper covers a broad range of chemical concepts that are fundamental to the sciences and engineering. A strong emphasis is made to teach... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Tauranga) |
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CLIMT101
Introduction to Climate Change Science - Pūtaiao Huringa Āhuarangi
An overview of the scientific basis of climate change with emphasis on understanding climate change mitigation and adaptation. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Online) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) & 25A (Tauranga) |
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MATHS165
General Mathematics
An introduction to algebra, calculus, and their applications for students without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics. Students who meet the prerequisites of... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25B (Hamilton Waikato College) |
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PHYSC100
General Physics
This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25X (Hainan University, Haikou China) |
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SCIEN100
Science and Mātauranga Māori
This paper will provide science students with a foundational understanding of both scientific and Mātauranga Māori perspectives on topical issues and... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Tauranga) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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SCIEN270
Preparation for the Professional Workplace
This paper constitutes preparation for the scientific workplace, and include CV preparation, interview technique, career mentoring/direction, skill... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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SCIEN300
Science Communication in Society and the Workplace
This paper discusses different ways in which science can be communicated by scientists to others. It gives students opportunities to practise verbal... |
15 | 25C (Hamilton) |
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SCIEN301
Capstone Project
Students complete an interdisciplinary group project on a topic of relevance to the scientific or wider community. For further information about the... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Tauranga) & 25C (Hamilton) & 25C (Tauranga) & 25X (Hamilton) & 25X (Tauranga) |
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SCIEN303
Undergraduate Research Project
Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Tauranga) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Tauranga) |
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SCIEN313
Undergraduate Research Project
Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the... |
30 | 25C (Hamilton) & 25C (Tauranga) |
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SCIEN371
Science Work Placement
This paper provides a full-immersion, authentic work experience that is relevant to a student's study, in a professional workplace. For further... |
30 | 25X (Hamilton) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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SCIEN512
Data Analysis and Experimental Design
This paper covers aspects of research design for experiments, and methods for analysis of scientific data using modern statistical techniques. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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SCIEN570
Planning for the Science Workplace and Scientific Practice
This paper constitutes preparation for a professional scientific workplace, including evidencing skills, career planning, understanding societal... |
15 | 25X (Hamilton) |
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SCIEN579
Reflection on Scientific Practice and Career Planning
This paper constitutes the reflective element of the practice of scientific inquiry in the professional science workplace as part of their research... |
15 | 25X (Hamilton) |
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SCIEN589
Directed Study
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15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Tauranga) & 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Tauranga) & 25C (Hamilton) & 25C (Tauranga) |
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APHYS111 Physics in Context - Ahupūngao o te Ao
This is an introductory paper in physics for students who have not studied physics or mathematics at NCEA level 2 or 3. It is intended to support a...
Points 15This paper covers a broad range of chemical concepts that are fundamental to the sciences and engineering. A strong emphasis is made to teach...
Points 15An overview of the scientific basis of climate change with emphasis on understanding climate change mitigation and adaptation.
He tirohanga whānui...Points 15An introduction to algebra, calculus, and their applications for students without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics. Students who meet the prerequisites of...
Points 15This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces...
Points 15This paper will provide science students with a foundational understanding of both scientific and Mātauranga Māori perspectives on topical issues and...
Points 15 -
SCIEN270 Preparation for the Professional Workplace
This paper constitutes preparation for the scientific workplace, and include CV preparation, interview technique, career mentoring/direction, skill...
Points 15 -
SCIEN300 Science Communication in Society and the Workplace
This paper discusses different ways in which science can be communicated by scientists to others. It gives students opportunities to practise verbal...
Points 15Students complete an interdisciplinary group project on a topic of relevance to the scientific or wider community. For further information about the...
Points 15Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the...
Points 15Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the...
Points 30This paper provides a full-immersion, authentic work experience that is relevant to a student's study, in a professional workplace. For further...
Points 30 -
SCIEN512 Data Analysis and Experimental Design
This paper covers aspects of research design for experiments, and methods for analysis of scientific data using modern statistical techniques.
Points 15This paper constitutes preparation for a professional scientific workplace, including evidencing skills, career planning, understanding societal...
Points 15This paper constitutes the reflective element of the practice of scientific inquiry in the professional science workplace as part of their research...
Points 15
2025 Catalogue of Papers information current as of 31 Dec 2024 01:00am