Science (2024)

For a list of the major subjects available for the Bachelor of Science (BSc), please see the BSc.

For a list of the major subjects available for the Bachelor of Science (Technology) (BSc(Tech)), please see the BScTech.

The papers listed under Science do not count towards a major, but may be taken as part of any BSc or BSc(Tech) degree.

Note: SCIEN300 is strongly recommended for School of Science students and is recommended for students in other Divisions who have an interest in science communication.

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• 100 Level
• 200 Level
• 300 Level
• 500 Level

• 100 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  APHYS111	Physics in Context - Ahupūngao o te Ao	15.0	24A (Hamilton)
  This is an introductory paper in physics for students who have not studied physics or mathematics at NCEA level 2 or 3. It is intended to support a major in other science subjects. Emphasis is placed on describing everyday physics concepts using correct terminology. Examples of physics in action are drawn from many science areas. T...
  CHEMY100	Chemistry in Context - Matū o te Ao	15.0	24A (Hamilton) & 24A (Tauranga)
  This paper covers a broad range of chemical concepts that are fundamental to the sciences and engineering. A strong emphasis is made to teach concepts through real-life examples from the world around us. He toro na tenei pepa i nga tumomo tuapapa o te matai matu kei te tuapapa o nga horopaki putaiao, pukaha hoki He kaha hangai te ...
  CLIMT101	Introduction to Climate Change Science - Pūtaiao Huringa Āhuarangi	15.0	24A (Hamilton), 24A (Online), 24A (Secondary School - Unistart) & 24A (Tauranga)
  An overview of the scientific basis of climate change with emphasis on understanding climate change mitigation and adaptation. He tirohanga whanui no tenei pepa i te tuapapa o te putaiao o te huringa ahuarangi. He nui te aro ki te whakamauru me te takatu o te huringa ahuarangi.
  MATHS165	General Mathematics	15.0	24A (Hamilton) & 24B (Hamilton Waikato College)
  An introduction to algebra, calculus and applications for students without NCEA Level 3 Mathematics. Students who meet the prerequisites of MATHS103 should take this paper instead, followed perhaps by MATHS104.
  PHYSC100	General Physics	15.0	24A (Hamilton) & 24X (Hainan University, Haikou, China)
  This paper provides an introduction to the core ideas in physics. Topics covered include kinematics, mechanics, fluids, electric and magnetic forces and fields, electric circuits, optics, modern physics and relativity, taught in a problem solving context.
  SCIEN100	Science and Mātauranga Māori	15.0	24A (Hamilton) & 24A (Tauranga)
  This paper will provide science students with a foundational understanding of both scientific and Matauranga Maori perspectives on topical issues and the ability to apply these in a Vision Matauranga context.

• 200 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  SCIEN270	Preparation for the Professional Workplace	15.0	24B (Hamilton)
  This paper constitutes preparation for the scientific workplace, and include CV preparation, interview technique, career mentoring/direction, skill identification, organisational; management structures, self-assessment tools, and professional behaviour.

• 300 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  SCIEN300	Science Communication	15.0	24G (Hamilton)
  This paper discusses different ways in which science can be communicated by scientists to others. It gives students opportunities to practise verbal, written, visual and other forms of communication. The paper includes interacting with mainstream media, how to construct compelling stories, dealing with controversial topics, and pre...
  SCIEN301	Capstone Project	15.0	24B (Hamilton), 24B (Tauranga), 24C (Hamilton), 24C (Tauranga) & 24X (Hamilton)
  Students complete an interdisciplinary group project on a topic of relevance to the scientific or wider community. For further information about the available projects, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage.
  SCIEN303	Undergraduate Research Project	15.0	24A (Hamilton), 24A (Tauranga), 24B (Hamilton) & 24B (Tauranga)
  Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage.
  SCIEN313	Undergraduate Research Project	30.0	24C (Hamilton) & 24C (Tauranga)
  Students carry out an independent research project on an approved topic under staff supervision. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage.
  SCIEN371	Science Work Placement	30.0	24X (Hamilton)
  This paper provides a full-immersion, authentic work experience that is relevant to a student's study, in a professional workplace. For further information, please refer to the [Science Work-Integrated Learning](https://sci.waikato.ac.nz/study/undergraduate/work-integrated-learning) webpage.

• 500 Level

  Code	Paper Title	Points	Occurrence / Location
  SCIEN512	Data Analysis and Experimental Design	15.0	24A (Hamilton)
  This paper covers aspects of research design for experiments, and methods for analysis of scientific data using modern statistical techniques.
  SCIEN570	Planning for the Science Workplace and Scientific Practice	15.0	24X (Hamilton)
  This paper constitutes preparation for a professional scientific workplace, including evidencing skills, career planning, understanding societal expectations of a scientist, engaging with a relevant scientific workplace, sourcing a science problem to solve, ethical considerations, and writing a scientific investigation proposal.
  SCIEN579	Reflection on Scientific Practice and Career Planning	15.0	24X (Hamilton)
  This paper constitutes the reflective element of the practice of scientific inquiry in the professional science workplace as part of their research thesis undertaking. It also is the planning elements of a science career, including career direction, and the professional presentation as a graduate who is transitioning from being an...
  SCIEN589	Directed Study	15.0	24A (Hamilton), 24A (Tauranga), 24B (Hamilton), 24B (Tauranga), 24C (Hamilton) & 24C (Tauranga)
  No description available.