Blend your advanced scientific knowledge and research skills with a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, cultures and languages.
Programme overview
We have designed the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours) with budding scientists in mind. It’s for students who want to pursue postgraduate research.
By taking a conjoint with a Bachelor of Arts you can combine your scientific specialisation with a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, cultures and languages. This conjoint will enhance your scientific research and critical thinking skills.
You could prepare for international research collaborations by studying a language, or explore mātauranga Māori and ways in which it can be incorporated into scientific research.
You will complete an independent scientific research project in your final year under the guidance of a mentor.
Programme structure
You must complete a total of 660 points:
- 375 points from the BAdvSci(Hons)
- 255 points from BA courses
- 15 points from General Education
- 15 points from courses available for any programme
You can choose one specialisation for the BAdvSci(Hons) component of your conjoint. You can also choose to take one or more modules available in the Bachelor of Science Schedule.
You can choose up to two subjects as your major(s) for the BA component of your conjoint, and you will usually take four or five BA courses each year.
You will usually enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year if you want to complete in five years. You need to maintain a Grade Point Average of 5.0 each year to continue with your conjoint.
Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement. For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.
Where could this programme take you?
Our BA/BAdvSci(Hons) will give you a strong foundation to continue in postgraduate research. As artificial intelligence and robotics challenge traditional ways of working, your enduring critical thinking and communication skills will future-proof your career. You will be well prepared to pursue an international scientific career, or contribute directly to research here in New Zealand.
Subjects available in this programme
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- Anthropology
- Applied Physics
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Chemistry
- Chinese
- Classical St & Ancient History
- Communication
- Communication (Specialisation)
- Computational Biology
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Drama
- Ecology
- Economics
- Education
- EmploymentRelations&OrgStudies
- English
- Environmental Change
- European Studies
- French
- Gender Studies
- Geography
- Geology
- German
- Greek
- History
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Logic and Computation
- Marine Science
- Mathematics (BA)
- Mathematics (BAdvSci(Hons))
- Media, Film and Television
- Music
- Māori Studies
- Pacific Studies
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Politics and International Rel
- Psychology (BA)
- Psychology (BAdvSci(Hons))
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Statistics (BA)
- Statistics (BAdvSci(Hons))
- Tchg Eng to Spkrs of othr Lang
- Theological and Religious St
2020 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
New Zealand Outside New Zealand
Secondary school qualifications
If you’re joining us from secondary school, here’s what you need to enter the programme.
You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.
- First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
- You must also meet the rank score for this programme.
- You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
- Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.
Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements
If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.
- QualificationNCEANational Certificate of Educational AchievementScore required275
- QualificationCIECambridge International ExaminationsScore required330
- QualificationIBInternational BaccalaureateScore required36
Tertiary qualifications
If you’ve studied at a tertiary institution, here’s what you need to enter the programme.
You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.
Guaranteed grade requirements
These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.
- Grade required GPA Grade Point Average 5.5 Calculate your Grade Point Average
- Grade required GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.5
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
- If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.
For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.
Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
Summer School 20211 December 2020Semester One 20218 December 2020Semester Two 20214 July 2021
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Summer School | Starts – 6 January |
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| Ends – 19 February | |
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
| Ends – 29 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 27 July |
| Ends – 22 November |
| Summer School | Starts – 6 January |
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| Ends – 17 February | |
| Semester One | Starts – 1 March |
| Ends – 28 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 19 July |
| Ends – 15 November |
Other important dates
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
How to apply
Applying for an undergraduate programme? Check out our step-by-step guide. For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.