Graduate Diploma in Science

Summary

Broaden your career horizons with advanced undergraduate study in science—gain skills and knowledge in a new subject area.

Study a new subject and enhance your career prospects by completing a 120-point Graduate Diploma in Science (GDipSc). Your GDipSc can be as specialised or as broad as you choose. You can specialise in a subject by completing the 300-level requirements of one of our BSc majors. This effectively gives you an extra major in a different discipline to your original Bachelor’s major. Or you can use the GDipSc to explore an interdisciplinary pathway and take courses from a range of subjects.

If you are already working in an industry, the GDipSc is a great way to enhance your knowledge of the latest developments in your area of interest. You can complete the GDipSc in two trimesters if studying full time, or in up to four years if studying part time. Depending on your situation, you may need do preparatory studies that would add to your total study time.

The GDipSc also prepares you for studying a degree at postgraduate level—for example, the Bachelor of Science with Honours or the Master of Science.

Get the postgraduate handbook

Fill in the form to find out more about your study options in our Wellington Faculty of Science and Engineering Postgraduate Handbook.

Download the handbook

Graduate Certificate in Science

If you just want to pick up a few undergraduate science courses, you could choose the 60-point Graduate Certificate in Science (GCertSc). The Certificate has the same entry requirements as the Diploma, and it allows you to choose from the same range of subjects.

Find out about studying the GCertSc.

Scholarships

You can look for scholarships based on your level of study, subject area, and background.

International scholarships

Many scholarships are available for international students at Victoria University of Wellington. They can help with tuition fees and with accommodation costs.

Support for students

Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is a welcoming place with great student support. There are all sorts of resources available to help you make the best of your time at university.