Bachelor of Science
Course details
About the course
A Bachelor of Science (BSc) is about understanding and improving the natural world through observation, experimentation, modelling, and calculation.
You will investigate the big issues confronting New Zealand and our planet, including climate change, human health and diseases, the global water crisis, food security, and environmental protection.
A BSc will expose you to new ideas and technologies, develop your research skills, and help you make a contribution to the challenges facing our world.
Course Subjects
- SCIE101 Science, Society and Me
- ASTR112 Astrophysics
- BIOL209 Biological Data Analysis
- COSC121 Introduction to Computer Programming
- DATA101 Introduction to Data Science
- GEOG205 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
- GISC101 Introduction to Spatial Data Science
- PHIL208 The Brain Gym: An Introduction to Logic
- PSYC206 Introductory Research Methods and Statistics
- any 100-level Mathematics course
- any 100-level Physics course
- any 100-level Statistics course
- Astronomy
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Environmental Science
- Finance
- Financial Engineering
- Geography
- Geology
- Linguistics
- Mathematical Sciences Education
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Psychology
- Statistics
- Accounting
- Animation
- Anthropology
- Art History and Theory
- Business Analytics
- Business and Sustainability
- Chemical Formulation Design
- Chinese
- Cinema Studies
- Cinematic Arts
- Classics
- Community Music
- Creative Writing
- Cultural Studies
- Digital Humanities
- Digital Product Design
- Education
- English
- Entrepreneurship
- European and European Union Studies
- Exercise and Sport Nutrition
- French
- Game Arts
- Game Development
- Gender and Sexuality Studies
- German
- Graphic Design
- Health Education
- Health Research
- Health Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Human Resource Management
- Human Services
- Indigenous Narrative
- Industrial Product Design
- Information Systems
- Innovation
- International Business
- Japanese
- Māori and Indigenous Health
- Māori and Indigenous Studies
- Marketing
- Media and Communication
- Music
- Nutrition
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Pacific Studies
- Performance Data Analysis
- Physical Activity and Wellbeing
- Political Science and International Relations
- Population Health Data Science
- Professional and Community Engagement
- Public Health
- Russian
- Screen Sound
- Screenwriting
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Sport Coaching
- Sport Management
- Sport Studies
- Strength and Conditioning
- Taxation
- Te Ao Hākinakina
- Te Reo Māori
- Tourism Marketing and Management
- Writing
- Youth and Community Leadership
- Audiology
- Antarctic Studies
- Biosecurity
- Data Science
- Engineering
- Forestry
- Health
- Product Design
- Science
- Science, Māori and Indigenous Knowledge
- Soil Science
- Speech and Language Pathology
- Water Science and Management
Entry requirements
To enrol in the Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, you will need:
- University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.
- If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Undergraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
You may also gain entry to the Bachelor of Science via the Diploma in University Studies or Diploma in University Studies (International) which is an alternative first year of the degree offering additional support.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Bachelor of Science or use the admission requirements checker.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Recommended preparation
Some previous study is recommended for many Science subjects, in particular Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. Some of these courses have entry requirements.
Headstart preparatory courses are available if you need more background in these areas before starting your degree.
You may be able to fast-track your degree and gain direct entry to the second year if you have excellent Year 13 results or a New Zealand Certificate in Science with outstanding merit.
About the provider
At the University of Canterbury you will get to enjoy the very best a university has to offer 'a world class learning environment, a vibrant campus and a great student lifestyle that's packed with opportunities.
You will gain hands-on experience in courses led by academics who are actively engaged in research and who are experts in their fields. The culture promotes active learning, where the vibrant community allows you to be who you are and do what you love. UC's picturesque campus with modern teaching and research facilities is set in the heart of a city that has become a magnet for growth and innovation. Further afield lies a region packed with outdoor adventure, from the mountains to the sea.