Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
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Display broad technical and theoretical knowledge with some depth of understanding associated with the underlying principles and concepts within a scientific context
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Identify, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information gathered from a range of scientific sources to enable the development of problem solving skills
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Display and apply a limited range of specialist cognitive, technical and practical skills relevant for paraprofessional work and further study in a field of science
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Proficiently communicate knowledge within a scientific context to a diverse range of audiences, including professionals, paraprofessionals, clients and the wider community
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Work autonomously displaying accountability, responsibility, cultural competency and ethical capacity for their own performance and actions within defined parameters.
Structure Notes
The Diploma of Science consists of 8 units comprising 2 core units of Foundation Studies with either 4 units chosen from a specified major, with two additional elective units chosen from any level 1 or 2 course offered by the University of Southern Queensland, subject to Faculty approval, or 6 … For more content click the Read More button below.
Major-Biology - Toowoomba, On-campus; External (Highly recommended residential schools)Computing/IT - Toowoomba, On-campus Environment and Sustainability - Toowoomba, On-campusMathematics - Toowoomba, On-campusPhysical Sciences - Toowoomba, On-campusWildlife Management - External (Mandatory and Highly Recommended residential schools)General Science - Depends on the 6 Approved courses
Structure
Core courses
2 UnitsSelection Units
6 UnitsIntake Details
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