Courses

Postgraduate Diploma in Science – PGDipSci
Gain a more in-depth understanding of your scientific subject area and boost your career opportunities with a PGDipSc. The Diploma will take you one year of full-time study during which you'll further develop your skills in laboratory work, data analysis and scientific communication.

Master of Science by coursework and thesis – MSc
Get a degree that's recognised worldwide and contribute to knowledge in your field. A Master of Science (MSc) will develop your technical, laboratory and academic writing skills to prepare you for a career in science. The MSc will take you between two and two and half years of full-time study or up to four years part time.

Graduate Diploma in Science – GDipSc
Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing a 120-point GDipSc. You'll effectively gain an extra major in a different science discipline to the major you did in your Bachelor's degree. It offers you the opportunity to explore a new area from the large number of Science majors listed on this page.

Bachelor of Science – BSc
Follow your passion, develop problem-solving skills, and dive into a fascinating career with a Bachelor of Science. As a Bachelor of Science (BSc) student at Victoria University of Wellington, you’ll absorb knowledge, observe phenomena, experiment with ideas, and maybe even be part of making new discoveries.