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A theoretical and practical introduction to sustainability, with a focus on climate change and resource consumption. Lectures from subject experts complement a series of practical workshops held on campus and in the wider community. Students will hav...

This course examines the physics embedded within modern life. Students will select modules from a variety of topics and gain an understanding of the key physics concepts that are relevant to understanding the world around them and the devices on whic...

Explore the molecular basis of human health and everyday life. You will learn about atomic and molecular structure and how this relates to the function of blood. Topics include electrolytes and osmolarity, blood group determinants, gas transport, blo...

Explore the molecular basis of human health and everyday life. You will learn about atomic and molecular structure and how this relates to the function of blood. Topics include electrolytes and osmolarity, blood group determinants, gas transport, blo...

In this course you will explore the molecular basis of the brain. You will learn about atomic, molecular, and cellular structures, and how all three components are critical to understanding how the human brain "thinks". You will learn about how the b...

Changes in medical science and technology present profound challenges and opportunities. This paper explores the cultures of medical science and technology, and 'challenge' these using an interdisciplinary framework. Paying attention to colonialism, ...

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This course is designed to develop a basic understanding of how the normal human brain functions in both healthy and diseased states. You will learn how each cellular component contributes to overall brain function. This is an entirely online course.

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A supervised programme of study approved by the appropriate Head of School.

The course explores the value of a Science degree in relation to employment and community activities. Through practical tasks, personal reflection, and a research project, students will be able to apply their learning and life experiences to future c...

An intensive research-based field course to the tropical island of Moorea, French Polynesia, involving underwater fieldwork, sampling, analysis and independent projects. The field component of this course runs over Easter/mid-term break; additional c...

A supervised programme of study approved by the Head of School.

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A supervised programme of study approved by the Head of School.

The course covers the generic processes in the development of a technology or technological products with selected aspects such as economic analysis, entrepreneurship, project management, marketing and an introduction to tools for business planning.

Details of this course are to be confirmed.

Special Topic to be advised.

This course surveys the issues and positions in modern philosophy of science, beginning with a discussion of the history of philosophy of science from Logical Positivism to the present. We then discuss particular problems such as the problem of induc...

This course will introduce students to some central questions in bioethics. Topics covered may include the ethical issues associated with assisted reproduction, severely disabled newborns, euthanasia, informed consent, human cloning, stem cell therap...

This course will provide students with skills to argue which characteristics a healthy city would have, a city which provides a context for urban health. Students will be equipped to use geographical tools and concepts to analyse various intra-urban ...

Our Earth is facing escalating pressures on the environment. In this interdisciplinary science course, you will explore contemporary and controversial environmental issues facing us in New Zealand, and globally. You will develop scientific, analytica...

Our memories allow us to learn from the past, make predictions about the future, and create our own sense of identity. In this course, students will discover our current understanding of how the brain creates memory, drawing on theories and methods i...

An introduction to the theory and practice of science communication. Students will learn about the purpose of, audiences for and effectiveness of various forms of science communication. In addition, they will develop science communication skills and ...

An introduction to the key themes and readings relevant to the broad field of Science in Society, drawing on literature from, for example, Science, Technology and Society Studies (STS), History of Science and Public Engagement with Science (PES).

An applied overview of current research practice, findings and methods at the intersection of science and society. The course is delivered through public research seminars from guest speakers, field trips, short wānanga and taught classes covering a ...

This course explores important connections between science, Mātauranga Māori, the arts and humanities in the contemporary world. Material is drawn from a wide range of sources, including the environmental humanities, new media studies, Māori and othe...

This course encourages students to critically engage with and understand the different cultures of science. Unpacking and evaluating legacies of science with attention to colonialism, sexism, racism, class, institutional cultures, ethics, politics, a...

A supervised programme of study approved by the Head of School.

A supervised programme of study agreed between a student and supervisor and approved by Programme Director.

A supervised programme of study approved by the Head of School.

A supervised programme of study agreed between a student and supervisor and approved by Programme Director.

Selected students will be offered the opportunity to complete a supervised voluntary work placement in a public sector agency, private sector establishment, or non-governmental organisation with a focus on any of research, policy, science communicati...

A supervised research essay approved by the Programme Director. This course allows students to experience the process of developing a Science in Society research question and writing an essay.

Students develop a science communication output accompanied by a critical essay reflecting on the process of developing the output and on the success of the finished product.

A supervised research project leading to a comprehensive written report. This course allows students to apply research skills learned in other Science in Society courses to a question at the intersection between science and society.

A supervised research project leading to a comprehensive thesis.

A supervised research project leading to a comprehensive thesis.