Product Design students discuss and critique work with Senior Lecturer Cris de Groot.
generic courses delivered via a common first semester. The degree was developed following extensive consultation with students and professionals who work in the field of health and social development.
Innovative new programmes We have two new offerings in the pipeline that will prepare graduates for careers in electrotechnology and science communications. From 2015, students will be able to enrol in the Bachelor of Engineering Technology with a major in electrical engineering, to support the Government’s aspiration for more degree-level graduates in science and engineering. Soon we will also be offering a science communications major in our Bachelor of Communications, an increasingly important area of specialisation given the influence of science and technology on the lives of New Zealanders.
Bachelor of Nursing graduate Rachel Penny at work at Waitakere Hospital.
Pathway to success “The Bachelor of Nursing sets you up so well for a career in nursing – you can hit the ground running in the workplace. There was such an emphasis on current nursing knowledge, evidence-based practice, policies and procedures, and everyone is very supportive and professional. Completing the Foundation Studies programme first meant that I was well prepared to succeed in the Bachelor of Nursing degree.” Rachel Penny Registered Nurse, Waiatarua Unit, Waitakere Hospital Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) graduate Bachelor of Nursing graduate.
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