生物学是指对生物的研究。生物学家以许多不同方式对动物，植物和微生物进行研究，涉及范围从分子和细胞到单个生物，种群和生态系统。在过去的几十年中，生物学研究发生了迅速的变化，并对我们的生活方式产生了重大影响。我们现在能够生产抗生素和疫苗，种植抗病作物，移植器官并操纵基因。今天的生物学家正在积极研究解决重大问题的解决方案，例如增加世界粮食供应，改善和保护我们的环境以及战胜疾病。
Biology means the study of living things, from animals to plants to microbes. It covers a huge range of scales from molecules and cells to organisms, populations, and ecosystems. We need to know how the living world interacts with the environment, to better understand and prepare for the future.<br>Lab work to examine cell biology, biodiversity, microorganisms, and more.<br>We have the most extensive network of field stations of any university in Aotearoa. You get to explore Te Waipounamu South Island to enhance your practical field skills.<br>You can narrow down your interests as you progress in your studies.<br>Our Biological Sciences major has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), the first in Aotearoa to be internationally recognised in this way. This means that when you graduate you will be equipped with well-rounded knowledge and skills, making you highly employable both within and beyond your chosen field.<br>A Biological Sciences major indicates you have the ability to access, understand, analyse, and communicate complex information. You can develop further technical knowledge in areas that interest you like biosecurity, marine biology, evolutionary ecology, soil restoration, and biotechnology.<br><br>Career pathways could include: forensics, primary industries, ecology, pharmaceutical and governmental industries.