Academics in action
See a sample of taster lectures and videos of our experts answering popular science questions.
Taster lectures
Get a taste for university. Watch our short taster lectures to help you decide which science or engineering degree is right for you.
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Bachelor of Science
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Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
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Bachelor of Biomedical Science
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Bachelor of Environment and Society
Curiosity corner
See short videos of our academics answering a wide range of popular questions in science and engineering.
Is Antarctica melting?
Dr Nancy Bertler from Te Puna Pātiotio—Antarctic Research Centre explains how Antarctica is responding to climate change.
How long ago was the Big Bang?
Dr Stephen Curran from Te Wānanga Matū—School of Chemical and Physical Sciences ventures through time and space to explain the Big Bang.
What is climate change?
Dr Kyle Clem from Te Kura Tātai Aro Whenua—School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences gives us a quick overview of the science behind climate change.
What is infinity plus 1?
Ellen Hammatt from Te Kura Mātai Tatauranga—School of Mathematics and Statistics explains.
Why do we add vinegar when we are poaching an egg?
Dr Robert Keyzers from Te Wānanga Matū—School of Chemical and Physical Sciences explains what vinegar does to your eggs, and whether it's worthwhile adding it.