Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Universal College of LearningNew Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 6)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year and 41 weeks
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Palmerston North Campus
Summary
OverviewAs a graduate of this diploma, you will be able to work independently as a laboratory technician in science and technology-related fields including manufacturing and regulatory industries, field work, research and development.
Once qualified, you have the opportunity to work with some of New Zealand's leading scientists in a wide range of scientific disciplines including biochemistry, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and molecular biology.
Entry criteria
Domestic Entry RequirementsGeneral admission
New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5) or an equivalent Level 5 science qualification.
Special admission
Any ākonga who is 20 years of age or older and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme is eligible for Special Admission. Te Pūkenga works with the ākonga to ensure they are prepared for their intended programme.
Discretionary admission
Any ākonga who is not yet 20 years of age and has not reached the general admission requirements for their intended programme may be eligible for Discretionary Admission. In assessing whether to grant Discretionary Admission, the delegated authority focuses on the applicant’s level of preparedness for their intended programme.
English language proficiency
All applicants (international and domestic) for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language need to provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the programme.
International Entry RequirementsUnder 20 years of age
New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5) or equivalent.
OR
Relevant equivalent.
English language proficiency
International applicants are required to have an IELTS academic score of 6 with no individual band lower than 5.5 from one test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
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