Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)Bachelor of Applied Science
Level of Study
Bachelor's Degree
Summary
The Bachelor of Applied Science is an innovative, practically-orientated and future-focused degree.
In this programme, you will develop a broad and practical foundation in science and technology, with a specific endorsement in one of the following:
- Biotechnology
- Environmental technology
- Food technology
These areas have been chosen for their alignment with local industry and the diverse range of opportunities available for employment.
Food technology is about the science of food. People who choose this pathway can work in positions as food technologists who develop new food products, analyse the components of food, or; food safety officers who audit the food manufacturing industry.
Environmental technology is about the science of conservation, biosecurity and environmental management. People who choose this pathway can work in positions as biosecurity officers who help manage pest animal and plant control, and help conserve local environments.
Biotechnology is about the 'doing' of science. This includes quality assurance of laboratory practices, analysis of samples, and reporting on sample results. People who choose this pathway can work in positions as researchers or laboratory technicians.
Studying will see you participate in group work, projects, student investigations, presentations, field trips and other interactive activities, and complete an industry-based project. The capstone (industry-based) project module enables you to be your own project manager - you will find an industry with a problem, design a solution, and then test the solution. The industry-based project is also a good way for you to build up networks, which can be useful for finding future employment.
Throughout the degree, you can base your assignments on your specific area of interest. There will be classroom or lab blocks five days a week, Monday to Friday, from 8am-4pm.
Entry criteria
Candidates are required to have obtained:
- NCEA Level 3 comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including: (1) 14 credits each at NCEA Level 3 in Biology, Chemistry and a third approved subject, preferably English; and (2) A minimum of 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 in Mathematics; and (3) Literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above made up of 5 credits each in reading and writing); and (4)Numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above).
or
- 80 credits at NCEA Level 2 including;
(i) A minimum of 20 credits each in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics and one other approved subject, preferably English; and (ii) Literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above made up of 5 credits each in reading and writing); and (iii) Numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above)
or
- A relevant qualification at Level 3 on the NZQF or above.
or
- Equivalent.
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