Diploma in Science
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Overview
Diploma in Science
Introduction
A Diploma in Science (DipSc) is a great option to learn a variety of scientific skills in a single year.
This Diploma allows you to study interesting science courses, upskill in new areas, and gain professional development in your career.
Diploma in Science
What will my study involve?
- Study a wide range of Science subjects, from beginner's to advanced level.
- This Diploma can be studied full-time in 1 year, or part-time for up to 6 years.
- Can be used as a pathway to the Bachelor of Science with the ability to transfer your completed courses to that degree.
Diploma in Science
Entry requirements
Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Diploma in Science
How do I plan my diploma?
The DipSc is made up of 120 points, including a compulsory course and subject options from the Bachelor of Science.
It can be completed within 1 year full-time, or up to 6 years part-time.
You can choose to transfer the credits you gain during the Diploma in Science to the Bachelor of Science (and some other degrees), as long as you have not already graduated with the Diploma.
For the full degree requirements, see the Regulations for the Diploma in Science.
Domestic students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $7,822 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $8,291 (120 points)
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2024 tuition听fee estimate:听$39,900 per 120 points
2025 tuition听fee estimate:听$41,500 per 120 points
Diploma in Science
Subjects and courses
Complete the following course:
Plus choose up to 105 points of courses from the following subjects:
Diploma in Science
Diploma in Science
Career opportunities
- Gain new knowledge or stay up-to-date by developing your scientific theory or practical skills, from the lab to the field.
- Placements, projects, and internship opportunities that improve your work readiness.
- Graduates may find work in many different fields, from programming to agriculture, or even research positions.
Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
Example degree structure diagram
Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points or more.
This diagram is an example only 鈥 other combinations are possible. For specific course requirements, see the听Regulations for the Diploma in Science.
