Course summary
Interested in science but not sure which discipline is for you? This course will prepare you with a solid grounding in scientific knowledge and skills. It also enables you to explore the many opportunities that science provides, the wonders of the natural environment and more.
You'll learn the language and nature of science and mathematics, and will be able to follow your interests in specific areas of science.
The course includes specialisations in the following disciplines: Earth and Environmental Systems, Forestry Systems or Marine Systems. Successful completion of the Diploma will guarantee you entry and up to eight units of credit towards linked specialisations in the Southern Cross Bachelor of Science.
Graduates may also find work in para-professional roles, including positions as field assistants, laboratory assistants and environmental monitoring officers.
This course is offered through SCU College, where we recognise our students may have different approaches to learning. We connect you to peers and nurture your success with additional workshops to develop your academic and study skills.
Interested in science but not sure which discipline is for you? This course will prepare you with a solid grounding in scientific knowledge and skills. It also enables you to explore the many opportunities that science provides, the wonders of the natural environment and more.
You'll learn the language and nature of science and mathematics, and will be able to follow your interests in specific areas of science.
The course includes specialisations in the following disciplines: Earth and Environmental Systems, Forestry Systems or Marine Systems. Successful completion of the Diploma will guarantee you entry and up to eight units of credit towards linked specialisations in the Southern Cross Bachelor of Science.
Graduates may also find work in para-professional roles, including positions as field assistants, laboratory assistants and environmental monitoring officers.
This course is offered through SCU College, where we recognise our students may have different approaches to learning. We connect you to peers and nurture your success with additional workshops to develop your academic and study skills.
All students select a specialisation in one of the following areas:
- Earth and Environmental Systems
- Forestry Systems
- Marine Systems
Please note: Some units may require on-campus attendance.
The Diploma of Science will assist your progression to a preferred area of study, should you decide to articulate into Southern Cross University’s Bachelor of Science – with a specialisation in Earth and Environmental Systems, Forestry Systems or Marine Systems.
| Course Learning Outcome |
|---|
Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions in defined scientific settings. |
Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined scientific contexts. |
Apply ethical and sustainable values and practices within defined scientific contexts. |
Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions in defined scientific settings. Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined scientific contexts. |
Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work within defined scientific settings. |
Apply academic knowledge and skills to communicate information, concepts, and solutions, individually and/or in a team within defined scientific settings. |
Demonstrate an awareness of diverse cultural perspectives within defined scientific contexts. |
Course overview
Course code
2127298
Course abbreviation
DipSc
Credit points
96
Equivalent units
8
Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
Duration
1 year full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lismore | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Online | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Fee information
International
| Location | Teaching period | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lismore | Term 1 | $31,600 ($3,950 per unit) | 086408J |
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible to receive the Diploma of Science, students must complete 8 units (96 credit points), comprising:
- 1 specialisation Marine Systems, Earth and Environmental Systems or Forestry Systems (96 credit points).
Schedule of units
Course progressions
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
Browse uni-wide elective units by selecting Uni-wide elective in the advanced filter of the Unit search.
Browse shared majors and their units at Shared majors
| Title | Note | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
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| Students must enrol in the SCU College units in their first term of study: EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline and SCIN1001 - Nature of Science AND SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | |||
| EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline | |||
| SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | Note 1 | ||
| CHEM1001 - Chemistry | |||
| BIOL1005 - Cells and Molecules | |||
| STAT1002 - Scientific Data Management and Analysis | |||
| MRNE1001 - Marine Science and Management | |||
| SCIN1004 - Earth Systems | |||
| ENVR1001 - Science and Global Challenges | |||
| Title | Note | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
|||
| Students must enrol in the SCU College units in their first term of study: EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline and SCIN1001 - Nature of Science. | |||
| EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline | |||
| SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | Note 1 | ||
| BIOL1005 - Cells and Molecules | |||
| STAT1002 - Scientific Data Management and Analysis | |||
| ENVR1005 - Ecosystem Management and Regeneration | |||
| CHEM1001 - Chemistry | |||
| SCIN1004 - Earth Systems | |||
| ENVR1001 - Science and Global Challenges | |||
| Title | Note | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Complete the following units to satisfy the Requirements of the Award |
|||
| Students must enrol in the SCU College units in their first term of study: EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline and SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | |||
| EDUC1001 - Language and Learning in your Discipline | |||
| SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | Note 1 | ||
| CHEM1001 - Chemistry | |||
| BIOL1005 - Cells and Molecules | |||
| STAT1002 - Scientific Data Management and Analysis | |||
| FORS1001 - Introduction to Forest Science and Management | |||
| SCIN1004 - Earth Systems | |||
| ENVR1001 - Science and Global Challenges | |||
Notes
| Note 1: | This unit is only available Online. |