Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences/Bachelor of Applied Science - AUT University
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The application of computing to the life sciences is an exciting new development and graduates with skills in both computing and biology can be expected to be in great demand.
This conjoint programme of studies combines computer and information sciences with biological sciences, giving students a background in programming, management and analysis of large data sets, statistical skills, microbiology and genetics.
Programme Code: AK1295
Level: 7
Points: 510
Duration: Four years full time / Equivalent part time
Venue: City Campus
Starting date: 3 March 2008 / 21 July 2008
Application deadline: 22 February 2008 / 11 July 2008
AUT encourages early application.
Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- University Entrance with 19 NCEA Level 3 credits in each of Mathematics (including Mathematics with Statistics), Biology and Chemistry.
Note: Entrance to university does not guarantee admission to a specific programme of study.
SPECIAL ADMISSION
Applicants over 20 years of age who do not hold a university entrance qualification (such as NCEA or CIE) may qualify for university entrance via Special Admission.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for whom English or Māori is not their first language are required to provide proof of an acceptable pass/grade gained in an accepted English language test.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The conjoint degree will produce graduates for the IT sector, biotechnology and applied biology research laboratories/institutes and commercial companies in New Zealand.
The biotechnology industry is a huge growth area worldwide and is seeking graduates who have multiple skills. Your degrees will provide you with a broad understanding of biology as well as the skill to develop and assess software to assist you with your research.
Opportunities include developing software for use by a biology-based industry, writing software for new drug design, or running your own software development company or laboratory. You may wish to pursue a career in bioinformatics research understanding how organisms have evolved. Being doubly qualified provides you with a wide choice of initial employment opportunities and greater flexibility as your career develops.
MAJORS
FURTHER STUDIES
Computer and Information Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours)
Graduate Certificate in Applied Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science
Master of Applied Science
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy
Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours)
Graduate Certificate in Applied Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science
Master of Applied Science
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy
