What's on in Science Mānawa Mai Open Day
Find your future pathway in science! Meet our staff and students, explore our vibrant city campus, and get a feel for what Waipapa Taumata Rau, the University of Auckland, is all about. Registrations open now.
Mānawa Mai Open Day is your preview of what it's like to be a student with us, so come along and discover the world of science. Whānau and supporters are welcome to attend with you.
How to find the Faculty of Science
There are two main entrances
- 23 Symonds Street: Building 302 foyer, with access through to our other buildings
- 38 Princes Street: A direct entrance to Building 303
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Document Description: Map and guide for Mānawa Mai Open Day in Science
Prospectus and subject guides
Browse the Science Prospectus to help you decide which subject area and programme is best for you. Next, explore individual subject guides to learn more about our Science majors.
What's happening on the day?
We’re excited to welcome you into our science spaces and help spark your journey with the Faculty of Science. Explore inspiring talks, interactive tech demos, course advice and hands-on experiences - plus a low sensory space to recharge along the way.
| School/Dept | Activities |
|---|---|
| Biological Sciences | 303-G14: Biology in action |
| Chemical Sciences | 302-140: Acid-Base escape room 303-148: Chemistry of light 302 Foyer: Chemistry lab tours |
| Computer Sciences | 302-G40: Robot mouse maze 302-G40: AI games 302-G40: Decryption 302-G40: Virtual research |
| Environment | 302 Foyer: Drones in action 302-130: Thermal remote sensing 302-130: Mapping Auckland 302-130: Earth in VR 302-130: Microscopic beach sands |
| Exercise, Sport and Rehabilitation Sciences |
303-G15: Exercise Sciences in action |
| Faculty of Science General |
302 Foyer: Future Science me 302-G20: Science study essentials |
| Marine Sciences | 303-153: Life in our moana |
| Mathematics | 303-G16: Fun with Maths |
| Physiology | 302-G80: Good vibrations 302-G80: Strength test |
| Physics | 303-G03: Physics wonders |
| Psychology | 302-240: Exploring Psychology pathways |
| Statistics | 301-G40: Discover Statistics |
Science talks schedule
| Building 302, Room G20 | |
|---|---|
| 10.30am | Planet Ocean Explore marine science and life beneath the waves |
| 11am | The Science student experience Labs, lectures and lifelong friends - BSc at UoA |
| 11.30am | Planet Ocean Explore marine science and life beneath the waves |
| 12pm | Astrostatistics and Supernovae |
| 12.30pm | Human Evolution and Anthropology New methods and big questions to understand past and present |
| SLT1 (Building 303, Room G01) | |
|---|---|
| 10.30am | Life on Earth Explore life, ecosystems, and biology at university |
| 11am | Environment matters Exploring solutions to environmental, geographic and societal challenges |
| 12pm | DNA to discovery Discover DNA, cells and biomedical science pathways |
| 12.30pm | Environment matters Exploring solutions to environmental, geographic and societal challenges |
| PLT2 (Building 303, Room G02) | |
|---|---|
| 10.30am | Maths is fun(damental) Learn about the Mathematics research shaping real-world solutions |
| 11am | Careers in Physics Discover Physics and the opportunities it creates |
| 11.30am | Perform and live better Discover Exercise Sciences and pathways in sport, health and rehabilitation |
| 12pm | Careers in Physics Discover Physics and the opportunities it creates |
| 12.30pm | Maths is fun(damental) Learn about the Mathematics research shaping real-world solutions |
| 1pm | Perform and live better Discover Exercise Sciences and pathways in sport, health and rehabilitation |
| PLT1 (Building 303, Room G20) | |
|---|---|
| 10am | Science at UoA Discover five reasons to choose the leading Science faculty |
| 10.30am | Health Science majors Discover health pathways in Science |
| 11am | Chemical building blocks Molecules to build our world |
| 11.30am | Health Science majors Discover health pathways in Science |
| 12pm | Chemical building blocks Molecules to build our world |
| 12.30pm | Parents' University 101 What parents need to know to support their young adults at uni |
| MLT1 (Building 303, Room G23) | |
|---|---|
| 10.30am | Why Computer Science? Why study Computer Science at the University of Auckland |
| 11am | Understanding behaviour An introduction to the broad world of Psychology |
| 11.30am | Why Computer Science? Why Computer Science matters and where it can take you |
| 12pm | Understanding behaviour An introduction to the broad world of Psychology |
| 12.30pm | Students' University 101 Helpful information to surviving and thriving at uni |