Science (Research)

Throughout the Science (Research) course from Auckland University of Technologyyou'll study in a friendly, professional environment and can choose the generic Master of Science (Research) or select one of: Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Science, Geospatial Science, Marine Science, Microbiology and Molecular Genetics.

In the second year, you focus on your thesis (120 points), gaining advanced skills in critical analysis and expertise in research methods, communication, analysis and evaluation. The thesis is your opportunity to research an area of your interest, working closely with your supervisor.

What you study:

• In the first year (or equivalent part-time) you complete courses from our vast range of courses.

• In the second year, you complete your thesis, gaining advanced skills in critical analysis and expertise in research methods, communication, analysis and evaluation.

• At the heart of this master's degree is the research thesis, which you complete in your second year.

Specialisations

• Biomedical Science

• Chemistry

• Environmental Science

• Food Science

• Geospatial Science

• Marine Science

• Microbiology

• Molecular Genetics

Courses include:

• Biomedical Science and Technology

• Contemporary Molecular Genetics

• Biological Inorganic Chemistry

• Food Science and Analysis

• Molecular Spectroscopy (15 points)

• Metabolites and Proteins (15 points)