Computer and Information Sciences

Just about every device or system we use or interact with is managed, facilitated or controlled by computers. Careers in computer and information sciences span many industries. You might work for a hospital supporting high-tech medical equipment, work alongside engineers modelling bridges and tall buildings or provide IT solutions to corporate clients through your own company. You can also continue into postgraduate study and conduct cutting-edge research, including processing data and helping find answers for the Square Kilometre Array – a project which will build our understanding of the universe and drive technological development worldwide. Study with us and you develop a technical understanding of computer hardware and software, the ability to develop high-quality computing solutions and an appreciation of what it takes to be a professional in this thriving industry. This programme is backed by a high-profile industry advisory committee to ensure that what you learn meets industry needs. 

Duration options: 3 years full-time/ 6 years part-time

Start date: 29 February and 18 July

Majors

• Analytics
• Computational Intelligence
• Computer Science
• IT Service Science*
• Networks and Security*
• Software Development*

*IT Service Science, Networks and Security, Software Development:Students can study the full degree at South Campus.
Other majors: First-year papers available at South Campus.

Additional Majors and/or Minors

You may choose a second major, either from the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences (called a double major) or from additional majors outside the Bachelor of Computer and Information Sciences. Minors are also available in these subjects. The availability of additional majors and minors will depend on timetabling and subject restrictions, and in some cases, choosing an additional major or minor may require students to undertake extra points to complete their degree.

See the list of additional majors, minors and electives offered by the Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies.

Structure

Year 1
You will be given an introduction to computer and information sciences before focusing on a chosen major in Years 2 and 3.

Year 2
You begin to specialise in your chosen major. You will acquire strong technical knowledge with creative problem solving skills; and the ability to analyse, design and maintain solutions to meet the needs of a wide range of IT clients and industries.

You will gain professional skills in programming and web development, IT infrastructure and networks, communication and teamwork, project management, ethics and professional practice, security, and information systems.

Year 3
You complete papers in your major (or majors) and you also have a chance to work on a real-life research and development project. This is typically an original investigation into an area of computer and information sciences, or a specific application in the IT industry. It may involve software development or commercial research for industrial clients such as Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Ltd, Eagle Technology and FutureTech. You could also do supervised scientific research for university academics.

Entry requirements

• University Entrance
• NCEA:
  Preference will be given to students who have completed Year 13 with a rank score of 150 level 3 credits or higher, and have one or more subjects from Calculus, Mathematics, Statistics.
• CIE: Minimum grade of D in AS Mathematics

Preferred School Subjects

• Calculus
• Digital Technologies
• Mathematics
• Statistics

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

Study abroad fees at AUT University: what you'll pay

2016 fees per semester in NZ dollars

• Tuition fee for Study Abroad: NZ$12,500 per semester
• Enrolment fee: NZ$150
• Learner services levy: NZ$320.08 per 60 points
• Placement fee (internship option only): NZ$800
• AUT Insurance Premium: NZ$294.50 per semester

Other compulsory fees (in addition to tuition fees)

• 2016 Compulsory Student Services Fee - $573.30 for 120 points or $4.77 per academic point (GST incl)
• 2016 Building Levy- $66.85 for 120 points or $0.56 per academic point (GST incl)