Study the Chemistry major in the Bachelor of Science and explore environmental, biological, organic, physical, inorganic, food and analytical chemistry.

Developing new products and processes, and experimenting with the make-up and behavior of different chemicals are some of the challenges chemistry graduates get to take on. 

A degree in chemistry opens the door to a wide range of career options, both in and out of the laboratory. 

You gain essential practical laboratory skills needed to be successful in scientific employment – here and overseas. 

AUT chemistry graduates have careers in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, petrochemicals, toiletries, plastics and polymers. 

There are also opportunities in the food and drink industry, health and medical organizations and scientific research organizations.

Key features

• Develop skills relevant to a wide range of industries
• Progressive environmental and food chemistry knowledge
• Flexibility: tailor your degree with a second major, minor or electives of your choice
• Complete an industry-related project (Capstone Project) in your final year

• Certified copy of your birth certificate or passport
• Certified copy of marriage certificate (If required)
• Official academic transcripts
• English Language Proficiency (If Available)
• CV/Work experience (If required)
• A copy of the document(s) in the original language/and official English translation

All applicants need to meet AUT’s minimum entry requirements qualification equivalent to New Zealand year 13 or University Entrance.

High school qualifications from different countries:

India: 

• 12 years of schooling with an overall average of 75% in four academic subjects, including a min 60% in English from the All-India Senior Certificate (AISSC).
• All other Higher Secondary State Board Examinations require an overall average of 80% in four academic subjects with a min 65% in English.

China:

• Senior High School graduation plus one year of successful study at bachelor's level; or
• Senior High School graduation plus completion of a two-year diploma, with good grades, at a recognized university.
• A Tier 1 score in the National University Entrance Examination (Gaokao) at a recognized institution

Don’t meet the entry requirements?

Consider starting with:

• Certificate in Applied Science
• Certificate in Science and Technology

Foundation programmes

If you don’t have the academic qualifications needed for direct entry into an AUT programme, you can enroll in a foundation programme.

If you successfully complete the foundation programme and get the required grades, you are guaranteed entry into an appropriate AUT programme.