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Bachelor of Building Science 

Bachelor of Building Science
 at 
Victoria University of Wellington 
Overview

The quality of our buildings is vital to our economy, our environment, and our lifestyle. If you’re interested in the process and business of creating great buildings—from construction methods, materials, and systems to project management and contractor relations—then this is the right degree for you.

Duration

36 months

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Total fee

19.71 Lakh

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

UG Certificate

Bachelor of Building Science
 at 
Victoria University of Wellington 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree from Victoria University of Wellington
  • Learn from industry experts
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Bachelor of Building Science
 at 
Victoria University of Wellington 
Course details

Who should do this course?
  • For individuals who want to enhance their knowledge & skills in the field
What are the course deliverables?
  • Apply scientific principles to understand building physics, including heat transfer, moisture movement, and acoustics
  • Analyze the performance of building envelope systems (walls, roofs, windows) for energy efficiency and occupant comfort
  • Integrate sustainable design principles into building projects
  • Understand the design, operation, and maintenance of building systems like HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), plumbing, and electrical systems
  • Analyze construction materials and their properties for different building applications
More about this course
  • The Bachelor of Building Science is a three-year undergraduate degree. It’s designed to give you expertise in the science, technology, and economics of creating buildings, as well as an understanding of architecture
  • Building Science was developed to meet the growing needs of New Zealand’s building and construction industry. Today, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is an international leader in the field of building science
  • Our Bachelor of Building Science (BBSc) is the country's leading programme devoted to the science of buildings

Bachelor of Building Science
 at 
Victoria University of Wellington 
Curriculum

Introduction to Design Processes / He T?matanga K?rero m? Ng? Mahi Whakar?kei (SARC 111)

Introduction to Built Environment Technology / He T?matanga K?rero m? Ng? Whare Hangahanga (SARC 121)

Introduction to Environmental Design Sciences/ He Timatanga K?rero m? te Taiao Hoahoa (SARC 122)

Introduction to Sustainability in the Designed Environment / He T?matanga K?rero m? Te Whakaora i Te Taiao Hangahanga (SARC 131)

Introduction to Design History and Theory / He T?matanga K?rero m? Ng? K?rero Tuku Iho i te ao Whakar?kei (SARC 151)

Introduction to Design Communication / He T?matanga K?rero m? Te Mahi Ng?tahi i Te Ao Whakar?kei (SARC 161)

Design Communication / Te Whakar?kei me te Mahi Ng?tahi (SARC 162)

Structural Systems for Building Science /? Te Whakamahinga o nga Rauemi mo Hanga putaiao (BILD 222)

Environmental Design / Hoahoa Taiao (BILD 231)

History of Building Technology / Ng? Whanaketanga a te Ao Hangahanga (BILD 251)

Building Materials and Construction / Te Waihanga me ng? Momo Rauemi (SARC 221)

Human Environmental Science / Te ?hurutanga o te Taiao (SARC 223)

Structures / Ng? ?huatanga Whare (BILD 322)

Building Code Compliance / Ng? Ture Whakaruruhau (BILD 364)

Construction / Te Mahi Waihanga (SARC 321)

Introduction to Practice and Management / He T?matanga K?rero m? Te Mahi me Te Whakahaere (SARC 362)

Bachelor of Building Science
 at 
Victoria University of Wellington 
Entry Requirements

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