Course Level
Diploma
Diploma in Science and Technology
Do you like technology and solving problems? Or do you just love learning about how the world works? In this one-year program, you will investigate the roles science and technology play in our everyday lives, and how data can be used to solve real-world challenges. In this program you will study core scientific fields like biology, chemistry and ecology, as well as Big Idea modules that introduce you to the cutting edge of science, research and technology. You will work in the lab and in the field to build skills in investigation, presenting data and critical analysis. You will explore career options with elective courses in Environmental Science, general Science or Animal Ecology, then later complete a bachelor. Upon successful completion, receive direct entry and up to 96 units of credit towards UniSCs Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Animal Ecology.
Campus | Duration | Fees | ATAR |
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UniSC Moreton Bay | Flexible Delivery - 1 years | N/A | N/A |
UniSC Sunshine Coast | Flexible Delivery - 1 years | N/A | N/A |
Structure
Total units: 96
Subjects
- UCC101 Academic and Professional Skills: Planning for Success
- UCC102 ICT for Academic and Professional Applications
- UCC104 Chemistry - Enabling your Future
- UCC109 Biology
- ANM100 Animal Ecology Field Course
- ANM102 Endangered Animals and their Conservation
- ANM103 Animal Form, Function and Evolution
- ANM104 Marine Vertebrates: Sharks, Seabirds, Fish, Turtles and Whales
- ENS103 Earths Surface Processes
- LFS100 Cell Biology
- MTH103 Introduction to Applied Mathematics
- SCI102 Biodiversity and Ecology
- SCI105 Introductory Chemistry
- SCI110 Science Research Methods
- SCI113 Discovering Science
Entry requirements
- Applicants who have already completed a higher education qualification (AQF Level 5 and above, or equivalent), excluding VET sector diplomas, are not eligible for entry into this program.