Undergraduate study
The Wellington Faculty of Science offers two three-year undergraduate degrees, the Bachelor of Science (BSc) and the Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBmedSc).
Biological Sciences
Biological Science is the study of how living organisms work. Learn to apply this knowledge of living things to make life better for humans, and help the environment.
Available subjects
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Cell and Molecular Bioscience
- Molecular Microbiology
Biomedical Sciences
Biomedical science is about innovative research into human health. Be at the forefront of discovery—from researching genetics and reproduction, to understanding the cellular and molecular structure of a disease, to searching for a cure.
Available subjects
- Biomedical Science
- Clinical Immunology
- Clinical Research
- Drug Discovery and Development
- Human Genetics
- Molecular Pathology
- Molecular Pharmacology and Medicinal Chemistry
Chemistry
Study Chemistry and uncover the world’s chemical building blocks. Design new drugs, discover new ways to harness energy, or create new tech to recover precious resources.
Available subjects
- Chemistry
Communication
Explore the potential of communication to shape our world.
Available subjects
- Intercultural Communication
- Linguistics
- Literary and Creative Communication
- Marketing Communication
- Media Studies
- Political Communication
- Science Communication
- Intercultural Communication and Applied Translation
Climate and the Environment
Earth’s natural resources are under increasing pressure. Learn the causes of environmental problems and discover pathways to make our actions more sustainable.
Available subjects
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Studies
- Climate Change Science and Policy
Development Studies
Be part of creating a better world. Examine poverty and inequality, and the issues behind development. Explore the strategies devised to address them.
Available subjects
- Development Studies
Earth Sciences
Study the earth—its structure, history and the forces that constantly shape and reshape it.
Available subjects
- Geology
- Geophysics – Meteorology
- Geophysics – Solid Earth
Ecology and Marine Biology
Take your passion for the natural world to the next level. Explore topics in ecology, marine biology and conservation biology and learn about the vast diversity of plants, animals and micro-organisms that live on earth.
Available subjects
- Conservation Biology
- Ecological Restoration
- Ecology and Biodiversity
- Marine Biology
- Marine Conservation
Geography
Our Earth is shaped by different cultural, social and physical forces. Study Geography and learn about these different features of our world.
Available subjects
- Development Studies
- Geographic Information Science
- Geography
- Migration Studies
- Physical Geography
Mathematics and Statistics
Learn from international research leaders to think creatively and apply mathematics and statistics to solve big problems.
Available subjects
- Actuarial Science
- Data Science
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Stochastic Processes in Finance and Insurance
Physics
Study Physics. Explore new forms of energy generation, understand changes to our climate, and open the door to futures in space exploration and quantum computing.
Available subjects
- Physics
Psychology
Study Psychology to understand behaviour—how we think, feel, and act—and how those processes can go wrong. Learn how our biology and our environment interact to make us who we are.
Available subjects
- Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
- Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscience
- Cross-Cultural Psychology
- Forensic Psychology
Science in Society
Look at the relationships between science, technology and society, and explore the ways we think and talk about science.
Available subjects
- Science in Society
- Science Communication
Degree requirements
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The Wellington Faculty of Science offers the following undergraduate degrees:
In addition, the Graduate Diploma in Science is available for students who already have a degree in any subject but wish to pursue further study in science.