University
University of CanterburyDiploma in Science
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
A Diploma in Science (DipSc) is a great option to learn a variety of scientific skills in a single year.
This Diploma allows you to study interesting science courses, upskill in new areas, and gain professional development in your career.
What will my study involve?- Study a wide range of Science subjects, from beginner's to advanced level.
- This Diploma can be studied full-time in 1 year, or part-time for up to 6 years.
- Can be used as a pathway to the Bachelor of Science with the ability to transfer your completed courses to that degree.
- SCIE101 Science, Society and Me
- Accounting
- Antarctic Studies
- Astronomy
- Audiology
- Biochemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Biosecurity
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Finance
- Financial Engineering
- Forestry Science
- Geography
- Geology
- Health Sciences
- Linguistics
- Mathematics
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Product Design
- Psychology
- Science
- Science, Māori and Indigenous Knowledge
- Speech and Language Pathology
- Soil Science
- Statistics
- Water Science and Management
Entry criteria
To enrol in the diploma, you will need:
- University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.
- If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Diploma in Science or use the admission requirements checker.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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