The programme prepares you for employment in the building industry or for further study and research at postgraduate level. Building Science graduates find careers in building research and development, project management, lighting and acoustics. Some graduates go on to further specialise in planning, technical consultancy, local body management, accountancy and valuation, management in the construction industry, and computer visualisation and simulation of building performance. 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.