This major will give you an overview of the climate system and explain the impact of climate-and climate change-on Aotearoa New Zealand. You’ll delve into climate modelling, learn the skills to effectively communicate about climate change, and master how to interpret data, explore scientific questions, and work effectively in teams. As a Bachelor of Science (BSc) student at Te Herenga Waka-Victoria University of Wellington, you’ll absorb knowledge, observe phenomena, experiment with ideas, and maybe even be part of making new discoveries. With a strong practical focus, a BSc will take you beyond the lecture theatre with hands-on laboratories, field trips, and summer scholarship opportunities.
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01/12/2026
Start date
February 2027
Kelburn Campus
Kelburn, Wellington,
Wellington,
6012, North Island, New Zealand
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
01/05/2027
Start date
July 2027
Kelburn Campus
Kelburn, Wellington,
Wellington,
6012, North Island, New Zealand
A LEVELS - Three GCE Advanced Level passes; one subject must be at grade C or higher.
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE - Achievement of the Diploma. A grade of 3 or higher in Higher Level. English A or B; or a grade of 5 or higher in Standard Level English A fulfils the English-language requirement.
Successful completion of a one-year qualification rated Level 4 or higher by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and taught by a New Zealand polytechnic or university; or successful completion of one year of full-time study towards such a qualification, with at least a B average
Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE, New Zealand) – Gain a minimum of 120 points on the New Zealand Tariff Score table, and a minimum grade of D in each of at least three subjects equivalent to those in the approved subjects list for NCEA at AS or A level. Gain a minimum D pass in IGCSE Mathematics and a minimum E pass in AS English Language or AS English Literature.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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