A degree in Building Science combines well with other degrees, particularly Law and Commerce. Entry to Second Year Enrolment in the second year is limited to 30 students. Selection is based on academic performance in First Year Building Science. Applicants are ranked on 90 points of their First Year. Some places are reserved in the second year for applicants with degrees, appropriate New Zealand Certificates and Diplomas or who can provide evidence of extensive practical, professional or scholarly experience.
Selection reflects the relative numbers of applicants in each category.
The second and third years of study each consist of 60 core points and 56-60 elective points, which are normally chosen from Building Science, Architecture or Science papers. A minimum of 18 points of Design is required, e.g. ARCH 111, DESN 111. The three-year course of study may be followed by a further year of study at Honours level. Paper Timetable of Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 for 2001.