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 by thesis will take you between 12 and 15 months to complete. You'll carry out in-depth supervised research and write a thesis. During your studies you might also author publications for peer-reviewed journals.

 

To do an MSc by thesis you'll need an Honours degree or postgraduate diploma in an appropriate field, with an average grade of B+ or higher in your subject area.

 

Master’s programme options

If you haven't completed a Bachelor of Science with Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Science, you can apply to do the 240-point MSc by coursework and thesis.

 

You can also choose to complete one of the specialist science Master's programmes at Victoria University of Wellington. Most specialist programmes are 180 points and don't require a thesis.