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Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Energy Science and Technology)
Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Energy Science and Technology)

Bachelor of Science (BSc) (Energy Science and Technology)

  • ID:UO6400019
  • Level:3-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

We also accept the following International qualifications:

  • International Baccalaureate: IB Diploma with a minimum of 24 points.
  • Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) GCE Advanced Levels: minimum Numerical Score of 8.
    • The numerical scores are normally calculated on the best three A-Level principal subjects (excluding the General Paper) taken at one sitting, or two A-Level passes with two A-Level Subsidiary passes at one sitting.
      • (i) Scores for the Advanced levels are calculated on the basis that: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, D = 2, E = 1
      • (ii) Scores for the Advanced Subsidiary level results are calculated on the basis that: A = 2.5, B = 2, C = 1.5, D = 1, E = 0.5
  • Satisfactory completion of one year's study at an approved tertiary institution.

English Requirements

  • IELTS: IELTS score of 6.0 in the academic module (with no individual band below 5.5), or
  • Internet-based TOEFL: Score of 80 (writing 20)
  • The University of Otago TOEFL institution code is: 9483
  • (Please note we do not accept MyBest TOEFL scores), or
  • Paper-based TOEFL: Score of 550 (TWE 4.5)
  • The University of Otago TOEFL institution code is: 9483

Course Information

New technologies are driving dramatic transitions in energy systems for heat, electricity and transport. These future energy systems will have much lower carbon emissions, be more renewable, efficient, flexible and intelligent, and more geographically distributed. New Zealand’s 80% renewable electricity puts us at the forefront of these changes. Our unique programme aims to create energy professionals with the scientific knowledge, real world skills, and flexible problem solving to drive this transition in New Zealand and globally.

Otago offers the only energy-focused undergraduate degree in Australasia. This comes in two forms: a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Energy Science and Technology or a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSci) in Energy Management. These programmes equip students with the technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to pursue successful careers in this rapidly changing and crucially important area.

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100-level,

  • One 100-level PHSI paper (PHSI 132  Fundamentals of Physics II recommended)

  • MATH 160  Mathematics 1

  • MATH 170  Mathematics 2

  • BSNS 114  Financial Decision Making, 18

200-level,

  • EMAN 201  Thermoprocesses 1

  • EMAN 204  Energy Resources

  • PHSI 243  Environmental Physics, 18

300-level,

  • EMAN 301  Fluids and Heat Transfer

  • EMAN 308  Thermoprocesses 2

  • One of:
    GEOG 397  Environmental Management
    PMAN 401  Project Management

  • One further paper from FINC 302-310, MANT 303, PMAN 401, GEOG 388, GEOG 389, GEOG 392, GEOG 397, PHSI 365, PHSI 381, COMO 303, INFO 304, ENVI 312, 18

  • , 162 further points (MATH 203 highly recommended), including either requirements for an approved minor or approved second major subject or other approved papers

  • Advanced placement into MATH 170 may be allowed for suitably qualified candidates; with approval from the Programme Director other papers relevant to Energy may be substituted for one 300-level paper., 162

  • Total, , 360

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

There are great opportunities for qualified people to pursue a career in the rapidly developing energy area both within New Zealand and around the world.

Our graduates find successful and fulfilling careers in a diverse range of energy areas, including:

  • Designing and implementing renewable energy supply solutions

  • Renewable energy and energy-efficient technology research and development

  • Identifying and implementing energy efficiency and sustainability measures for industry, organisations, or in the residential sector

  • Assessing or managing energy use at energy-intensive industrial sites or in commercial buildings

  • Advising on or developing energy and sustainability policy for national or local government

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Overseas Student Health Cover

Overseas Student Health Cover: 700 NZD per year

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