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Diploma in Science
This is a one year introductory program covering the basics of medical, physical and natural sciences.
- How long it takes
- 1 year
- full time
- Level
- Diploma
- University
- How you can study
- On campus
- Taught by
- 2 providers
- NSW
Is this course right for you?
What the Diploma in Science asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in how the natural world works
- curiosity about scientific ideas and evidence
- good attention to detail when recording observations
- willingness to work through problems step by step
Before you start
Each provider sets its own entry requirements, so check the ones you are considering.
Diploma or a Bachelor?
The Bachelor of Science is at a higher level than the Diploma in Science. This diploma sits at the diploma level.
Where this course can take you
The study that can follow this course.
If you study further
Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)
Leads to work as an, median pay $101,600.
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list.
Where you can study this course
There are 2 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Website for Western Sydney University (opens in a new tab)
Western Sydney University
Campbelltown, NSW
4.2from 1,872 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
What students like
- Staff are friendly and supportive
- Good academic experience and learning
What to weigh up
- Admin can be slow to respond
- Website for The University of Newcastle (opens in a new tab)
The University of Newcastle
Central Coast - Ourimbah, Newcastle - Callaghan, NSW
4.2from 494 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
- (full or part time)
What students like
- Friendly and supportive staff and students
- Welcoming and diverse community
What to weigh up
- Replies can be slow
- Admin processes can be slow
- Support services can be hard to access
What you’ll learn
The main topics covered in the Diploma in Science.
- Foundation science concepts
- Biology and chemistry
- Laboratory and field skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Academic study skills
Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
Entry requirements are set by each provider, so check with the provider you choose.
How is it different from a Bachelor of Science?
The Bachelor of Science is at a higher level than the Diploma in Science. This diploma sits at the diploma level.
How is it different from an Undergraduate Certificate in Science?
The Undergraduate Certificate in Science is at a different level from the Diploma in Science. This qualification is at the diploma level.