Overview
The University of Otago's Applied Science programme combines the excitement of science and technology with the challenges of business. It is an innovative programme for high-achieving students, offering an undergraduate honours degree and masters' programmes. Applied Science helps students prepare for careers in growth areas like information and communication technology and biotechnology.
Applied Science subjects
- Advanced Nutrition Practice
- Applied Geology
- Bioengineering
- Computational Modelling
- Computer Science
- Electronics
- Environmental Management
- Food and Agriculture
- Forensic Analytical Science
- Geographic Information Systems
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biotechnology
- Plant Biotechnology
- Quantitative Genetics
- Science Communication
- Statistics
- Sustainable Energy
Please note: not all of these subjects can be taken for all of the programmes listed below.
Choose a study option
Whether you are advancing your career with our specialised graduate qualifications or pursuing in-depth research and expertise through our postgraduate programmes, Otago is here to support your aspirations.
Postgraduate qualifications
Honours, masters’, PhDs, and other advanced degrees for graduates. Just one additional year of study will earn you a valuable postgraduate degree. Or perhaps you want the depth of a full year of research-only time during a master’s or to step up to a PhD.
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc)
A coursework programme, typically consisting of three papers, that can be completed with full-time (one-semester) or part-time (full-year) study
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science (PGDipAppSc)
A two-semester programme, building on an Applied Science degree, that can be completed in two blocks (certificate, then diploma) or in one continuous run
Master of Applied Science (MAppSc)
A coursework postgraduate degree with a research component, the MAppSc can be completed in 12 months or in stages over a longer period
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