Armidale,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Diploma in Science in Armidale Australia | The University of New England
The University of New England
|
Armidale Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
37,296
(c. USD26,670.37)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
If you're looking to enhance your professional knowledge or transition to a different scientific field, UNE's Graduate Diploma in Science helps you refine your abilities and prepare for future career demands. Offered with flexible delivery and a broad selection of majors across various scientific fields, you can customize the program to align with your strengths and passions. Elevate your professional value and equip yourself to succeed in the fast-evolving landscape of science and technology.
Stay ahead of innovation by expanding your expertise, and supplement your current scientific skills with the knowledge required to shift focus to another discipline through UNE's Graduate Diploma in Science. Our adaptable program is structured to help you manage studies alongside other responsibilities, with part-time or full-time options available, including both on-campus and online learning.
Select from an extensive array of majors, covering traditional sciences and cutting-edge fields, as UNE's Graduate Diploma in Science blends core principles with modern practical methods. You have full flexibility to shape your path, whether you're aiming to advance your current skills or transition to a new area. The program also offers opportunities to:
Customize your studies by selecting a specialization such as biomedical science, medicinal chemistry, health sciences, physics, mathematics, or chemistry. Enhance clinical expertise with a Neuroscience major to explore brain-behavior connections. Or prepare for technological innovation by mastering machine learning and bioinformatics through our Computational Data Science major.
Develop hands-on research capabilities by undertaking the optional thesis component. This unit lets you conduct a supervised research project alongside leading academics, culminating in a thesis that includes a literature review and findings. In certain cases, this project can be workplace-based.
Learn with flexibility. Whether you prefer part-time study over several years or an accelerated full-time one-year completion, our online options let you progress at your own pace and location. Choosing UNE means selecting a pioneer in online science education for lifelong learners.
Strengthen practical competencies. On-campus intensive sessions (required for select online units) feature immersive hands-on training to help you apply theoretical knowledge in professional settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification, or overseas equivalent in a relevant discipline. English language requirements must also be met.
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Chemistry
Computational Science
Genetics
Geology
Mathematics
Medicinal Chemistry
Microbiology
Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Counselling)
Physics
Physiology
Statistics
Zoology
The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth, for example, a foreign government identity card.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE's English Language Requirements above for further information.
An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5.
Equivalent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component.
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
Biochemistry
Biology
Botany
Chemistry
Computational Science
Genetics
Geology
Mathematics
Medicinal Chemistry
Microbiology
Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Counselling)
Physics
Physiology
Statistics
Zoology
The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth, for example, a foreign government identity card.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE's English Language Requirements above for further information.
An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5.
Equivalent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 213 in the computer-based test or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component.
Tuition
AUD
37,296