Science
From the natural environment, to our own health and wellbeing, to the technology we use in our everyday lives – science is everywhere.
Please note
Science as a subject is only available for the qualifications listed on this page. For a list of programmes available for the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Science (Technology), please go to BSc and BSc(Tech).
It is scientists who will solve tomorrow’s problems and the future is calling for the next generation of curious minds who can do just that.
You can study a Certificate in the field of Science (Cert(Sc)) or a Diploma in the field of Science (Dip(Sc)) with a focus on any of the following subjects:
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Papers
Available Science papers
100 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
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| APHYS111 | Physics in Context - Ahupūngao o te Ao | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| 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 major in other science subjects. Emphasis is placed on describing everyday physics concepts using correct terminology. Examples of physics in action are drawn from many science areas. T... | |||
| CHEMY100 | Chemistry in Context - Matū o te Ao | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) & 23A (Tauranga) |
| This paper covers a broad range of chemical concepts that are fundamental to the sciences and engineering. A strong emphasis is made to teach concepts through real-life examples from the world around us. He toro na tenei pepa i nga tumomo tuapapa o te matai matu kei te tuapapa o nga horopaki putaiao, pukaha hoki He kaha hangai te ... | |||
| CLIMT101 | Introduction to Climate Change Science - Pūtaiao Huringa Āhuarangi | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Online), 23A (Tauranga) & 23X (Secondary School - Unistart) |
| An overview of the scientific basis of climate change with emphasis on understanding climate change mitigation and adaptation. He tirohanga whanui no tenei pepa i te tuapapa o te putaiao o te huringa ahuarangi. He nui te aro ki te whakamauru me te takatu o te huringa ahuarangi. | |||
| MATHS165 | General Mathematics | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| An introduction to algebra, calculus and applications for students without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics. Students who meet the prerequisites of MATHS101 and/or MATHS102, should take these papers instead. | |||
| PHYSC100 | General Physics | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric circuits, optics, modern physics and relativity, taught in a problem solving context. | |||
200 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
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| SCIEN270 | Preparation for the Professional Workplace | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton) |
| This paper constitutes preparation for the scientific workplace, and include CV preparation, interview technique, career mentoring/direction, skill identification, organisational; management structures, self-assessment tools, and professional behaviour. | |||
300 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
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| SCIEN300 | Science Communication | 15.0 | 23G (Hamilton) |
| This paper discusses different ways in which science can be communicated by scientists to others. It gives students opportunities to practise verbal, written, visual and other forms of communication. | |||
| SCIEN301 | Capstone Project | 15.0 | 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Tauranga), 23C (Hamilton) & 23C (Tauranga) |
| Students complete an interdisciplinary group project on a topic of relevance to the scientific or wider community. For further information about the available projects, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage. | |||
| SCIEN303 | Undergraduate Research Project | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Tauranga), 23B (Hamilton) & 23B (Tauranga) |
| Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage. | |||
| SCIEN305 | Science and Mātauranga Māori | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Tauranga), 23C (Hamilton) & 23C (Tauranga) |
| This paper will provide science graduates with an understanding of both scientific and Matauranga Maori perspectives on topical issues and the ability to apply these in a Vision Matauranga context. | |||
| SCIEN313 | Undergraduate Research Project | 30.0 | 23C (Hamilton) & 23C (Tauranga) |
| Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage. | |||
| SCIEN371 | Science Work Placement | 30.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| This paper provides a full-immersion, authentic work experience that is relevant to a student's study, in a professional workplace. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage. | |||
500 Level
| Code | Paper Title | Points | Occurrence / Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCIEN512 | Data Analysis and Experimental Design | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton) |
| This paper covers aspects of research design for experiments, and methods for analysis of scientific data using modern statistical techniques. | |||
| SCIEN570 | Planning for the Science Workplace and Scientific Practice | 15.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| This paper constitutes preparation for a professional scientific workplace, including evidencing skills, career planning, understanding societal expectations of a scientist, engaging with a relevant scientific workplace, sourcing a science problem to solve, ethical considerations, and writing a scientific investigation proposal. | |||
| SCIEN579 | Reflection on Scientific Practice and Career Planning | 15.0 | 23X (Hamilton) |
| This paper constitutes the reflective element of the practice of scientific inquiry in the professional science workplace as part of their research thesis undertaking. It also is the planning elements of a science career, including career direction, and the professional presentation as a graduate who is transitioning from being an... | |||
| SCIEN589 | Directed Study | 15.0 | 23A (Hamilton), 23A (Tauranga), 23B (Hamilton), 23B (Tauranga), 23C (Hamilton) & 23C (Tauranga) |
| No description available. | |||
| SCIEN592 | Dissertation | 60.0 | 23X (Hamilton) & 23X (Tauranga) |
| A report on the findings of a theoretical or empirical investigation. | |||
| SCIEN593 | Thesis | 90.0 | 23X (Hamilton) & 23X (Tauranga) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
| SCIEN594 | Thesis | 120.0 | 23I (Hamilton), 23X (Hamilton) & 23X (Tauranga) |
| An externally examined piece of written work that reports on the findings of supervised research. | |||
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Contacts
School of Science
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