Requirements | Bachelor of Science (BSc), Cell and Molecular Bioscience major

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Now you've chosen a degree you need to do a bit of planning. Find out what courses you need to take to complete a Bachelor of Science (BSc).

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Degree requirements

For this degree you'll need to:

Complete at least 360 points, of which:
- At least 210 points must be from 200- and 300-level courses, including:
  - at least 120 points from courses listed for the BSc
  - at least 75 points from courses numbered 300–399
Satisfy the requirements for at least one major subject (see below)

Important information

You can select up to two majors and/or minors from undergraduate subject areas for the BSc, BA, BPsyc, and BCom degrees.
A minor is made up of at least 60 points at 200 level or above from courses listed in the major requirements for that subject area. At least 15 of these points must be at 300 level, and not counted towards a major or another minor.
Most majors will have an emphasis on effective communication to ensure you have good skills in this area.
There are a number of subjects in the BSc with specific minor requirements. Contact our future student advisers to learn more about studying these subjects. If you’re already a student here, contact a student adviser.
Make sure you check what the prerequisites are for all 200- and 300-level courses you are planning to do in your degree. Ensure your choices will cover those requirements.
300-level courses may only be counted towards one major or minor.
For more programme details and requirements, see the University Calendar. It's an annual publication and an authoritative source for planning your degree.

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If you want to do a double major, you may be able to choose your second major from those offered in our other undergraduate degrees. Find out more about flexibility in your degree.

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Cell and Molecular Bioscience

Be part of one of the most exciting areas in modern science. Discover the mechanics of life and how this relates to the health of humans, or to the relationship between organisms and their environment. Take a look at cell biology, genetics and chemical genetics, and study living organisms at the molecular level. You'll get an introduction to physiology and pharmacology, and learn about human organs and organ systems.

Find out more about studying Cell and Molecular Bioscience at Victoria University of Wellington

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