Master of Science in Science
Advance your scientific expertise and research skills through advanced coursework and thesis study at Victoria University of Wellington.
Best for:Best for science graduates seeking to deepen their academic and technical expertise through specialized coursework and independent thesis research.
Overview
The Master of Science program at Victoria University of Wellington offers students holding a Bachelor's degree the opportunity to pursue advanced scientific study across multiple disciplines. Running for approximately one to two and a half years of full-time study, the curriculum combines rigorous coursework with independent thesis research. Students develop critical technical, laboratory, and academic writing skills designed to prepare them for professional scientific careers or further doctoral research. The program encourages independent inquiry and contributes original knowledge to fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, and earth sciences.
What you'll do
- Complete advanced coursework modules within the chosen scientific discipline during the first phase of the program
- Design and execute an independent research project culminating in a master's thesis
- Apply specialized laboratory or technical methodologies to investigate scientific research questions
- Analyze experimental data and synthesize findings within current academic frameworks
- Draft and refine academic reports and thesis chapters demonstrating professional scientific communication
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in a relevant science discipline or equivalent qualification
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; meet standard university entry requirements for English language proficiency if applicable
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in a relevant scientific discipline
- Basic laboratory or field research techniques
- Academic writing and literature review proficiency
- Data analysis and interpretation capabilities
- Hold an approved Bachelor's degree with satisfactory academic merit
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-02-22
Interested applicants should review program prerequisites and submit their application through the official university or study portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and supporting documentation are prepared and uploaded prior to the intake deadline.
- Academic transcripts
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Proof of English proficiency
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