Master of Science
Course details
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About the course
With the 180-point Master of Science you can complete a research project in an area of your interest and develop advanced-level knowledge of science, or computer and mathematical sciences.
You can choose to study the generic Master of Science focusing on either science or computer and mathematical sciences, or one of: Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Science, Geospatial Science, Marine Science, Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. You can gain advanced research skills and knowledge in a friendly and professional environment.
This is your opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, under the supervision of AUT's research-active staff in the areas of science, or computer and mathematical sciences.
Please note that research projects may be non-practical, depending on the student’s academic background, area of study, project availability and supervision capacity. Admission to the 180-point Master of Science does not guarantee a practical or laboratory-based research project.
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
If you have New Zealand qualifications
One of the following (or equivalent) with a B grade average in courses at level 7:
- Bachelor of Science OR
- Graduate Diploma in Science
If you have qualifications from another country
International student entry requirements
India
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor of Science; Bachelor's degree (in a relevant professional subject)
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 3 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
minimum 70%
Degree classification:
n/a
Letter criteria:
B
GPA 10 point scale:
7 (in final year)
Indonesia
Accepted qualification:
1. Diploma IV-Sarjana sains terapan AND / OR
2. Sarjana (SI)
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
70-74 (final year)
Degree classification:
n/a
Letter criteria:
B (final year)
GPA 4 point scale:
3.00 (final year)
Malaysia
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 3 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
70 (final year)
Letter criteria:
B (final year)
GPA 4 point scale:
3.00 (final year)
Phillipines
Accepted qualification:
1. Bachelor’s degree from prestigious university awarded up to 2022 AND / OR
2. Bachelor’s degree awarded from 2022 with an entry qual of Year 12 AND / OR
3. Bachelor’s degree from Section 1 institute as per NOOSR
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
GPA 4 point scale:
3.0 (final year)
GPA 1 (Excellent)-5 point scale:
1.75 (final year)
United Arab Emirates
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
80% (final year)
Letter criteria:
B (final year)
GPA 4 point scale:
3
Vietnam
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
GPA 10 point scale:
7.0 (final year)
GPA 4 point scale:
3.0 (final year)
If your country is not listed, view our general entry requirements for postgraduate programmes
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent