Diploma of Science

This Program is no longer accepting new admissions.

This program is in Teach out. Arrangements are in place for continuing students

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

Display broad technical and theoretical knowledge with some depth of understanding associated with the underlying principles and concepts within a scientific context

Identify, analyse, synthesise and evaluate information gathered from a range of scientific sources to enable the development of problem solving skills

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

Proficiently communicate knowledge within a scientific context to a diverse range of audiences, including professionals, paraprofessionals, clients and the wider community

Work autonomously displaying accountability, responsibility, cultural competency and ethical capacity for their own performance and actions within defined parameters.

When Can I Start?

Online

Toowoomba

Ways to Study

Academic Calendar and Important Dates

Admission Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting all advertised eligibility requirements, or satisfying the requirements of an approved non-standard admission pathway.

The University of Southern Queensland accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian senior secondary qualifications (such as the QCE or HSC), overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as GCE-A Levels), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, work experience, and completed enabling programs.

For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:
Domestic Applicants
International Applicants

English Language Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University's English Language requirement. Further information regarding English language requirements can be found here

Recognition of Prior Learning for Credit

If you have prior work or other life experience or have studied previously, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) for credit. Credit can help reduce your tuition fees, study load and the time it takes to complete your degree.

Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for credit.

Program Rules

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 units if undertaking the Wildlife Management major.

Major-
Biology - Toowoomba, On-campus; External (Highly recommended residential schools)
Computing/IT - Toowoomba, On-campus
Environment and Sustainability - Toowoomba, On-campus
Mathematics - Toowoomba, On-campus
Physical Sciences - Toowoomba, On-campus
Wildlife Management - External (Mandatory and Highly Recommended residential schools)
General Science - Depends on the 6 Approved courses

Program Structure

Core courses

2 Units

Selection Units

6 Units

Recommended Enrolment Patterns

The Recommended Enrolment Patterns will help you decide which courses to study and when. They take into account course pre-requisites, co-requisites and timetabling requirements.

You may choose to study fewer units than the full time pattern, or more units than the part-time pattern, but if doing so you should use these as a guide to best structure your studies, ensuring all requisites are met.

Contact

Nawin Raj

Fees

At UniSQ fees are generally charged at course level and are therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors, such as a student's residency status.

For more information regarding fees and additional expenses of UniSQ programs, visit our Fees page.

Pathways, Exits and Articulations

Articulation

Pathway

If you do not meet the entry requirements for this program a Pathway program may provide an alternative pathway.

Exit

An exit award is a lower-level qualifications you may be eligible to receive upon completing a portion of a program.

Articulation

With preset credit arrangements, an articulation establishes a clear pathway that allows students to move from one program—whether completed or partially completed—to another.

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