Bachelor of Applied Science (Laboratory Science) (Level 7)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Prepare for a career in laboratory science with the Bachelor of Applied Science (Laboratory Science) (Level 7)
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##### Quick info
Level: 7
Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Duration: 3 years full-time (41 weeks each year)
Part time option available.
(See Course Hours & Duration for details)
Dates:
Yr1, Yr2, Yr3: 24 Feb 2025 – 28 Nov 2025
Yr1, Yr2, Yr3: 14 Jul 2025 – 19 Jun 2026
Domestic Fees:
*
Y1 & Y2 2025 fees TBC Yr3: $8,674.00
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International Fees:*
$26,614.00 per year
Additional Fees
Compulsory course costs may apply.
* Fees are indicative only, and are inclusive of the student services levy and GST (goods and services tax). The fee shown is for one year of study.
Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.Are you curious about the world around you? Do you enjoy investigating, solving problems, and thinking critically? If so, laboratory science could be your perfect career path. Our Bachelor of Science programme prepares you for roles in testing, research, and analytical laboratories across New Zealand. Specialise in areas such as chemistry, molecular biology, and microbiology while gaining the knowledge and skills needed for a dynamic and rewarding career. With flexible part-time study options, you can continue earning while working towards your degree, making it easier to balance work, life, and education.
We have strong connections with local industry and research institutes, offering students opportunities to build networks. While placements aren’t guaranteed, our focus on real-world applications ensures you’ll graduate with practical experience and a competitive edge. Throughout the programme, you’ll develop a wide range of transferable skills, including data analysis, statistical interpretation, and laboratory techniques—essentials for success in modern science. Our comprehensive curriculum spans multiple disciplines, providing you with the versatility to excel in various laboratory settings.
About the provider
UCOL in its many forms has been part of the community for more than a century. We are a proud example of a successful Institute of Technology and Polytechnic. We have a rich heritage and much to contribute to the future of vocational learning.
When you study with UCOL you’re much more than a number. We take the time to get to know you, to understand who you are. By sharing your strengths and what you want to achieve, we can truly help you get to where you want to be.
At UCOL, we’re here to support you all the way. Studying can be a challenge, we get that.
Study takes commitment, which, together with a learning style that suits you and the support you need, is a very powerful combination. At UCOL we encourage resilience and build self-confidence while you learn - providing our students with even greater opportunities.
As a student studying on or off campus, you can expect to learn skills and gain knowledge that sets you on your way. Gaining a qualification is a wonderful achievement that is earned, not given. We encourage you to stay in touch and make life-long learning a part of your journey. Ultimately, we want you to find your own place, whatever that may mean for you.
Our networks with local employers go beyond one-way exchanges, we value meaningful connections that are mutually beneficial. These relationships keep our education grounded, our programmes relevant, and job opportunities real. Our approach is truly collaborative.
UCOL graduates are well-rounded and possess the skills and values employers are looking. They are valued members of their local community. With campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua, and various delivery locations, we’re well known throughout the central and lower North Island.
Being close to our communities is a vital part of who we are. We strive to deepen connections and help our communities to grow and prosper. We aspire to build positive, meaningful relationships that benefit our students and graduates. That is why we exist.