Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
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Location
View in availability
Online students attend compulsory residential workshops at the Lismore campus for some units. -
Placements
No
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ATAR
45
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Inherent Requirements
Yes
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score 5.5
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
DipSc
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Course code
2127298
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Credit points
96
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Equivalent units
8
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Indicative Fee
Overview
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.
Course Learning Outcome |
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GA1: Intellectual rigour Exercise judgement to identify problems and contribute to their solutions in defined scientific settings. |
GA2: Creativity Apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills within defined scientific contexts. |
GA3: Ethical practice Apply ethical and sustainable values and practices within defined scientific contexts. |
GA4: Knowledge of a discipline 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. |
GA5: Lifelong learning Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and work within defined scientific settings. |
GA6: Communication and social skills Apply academic knowledge and skills to communicate information, concepts, and solutions, individually and/or in a team within defined scientific settings. |
GA7: Cultural competence Demonstrate an awareness of diverse cultural perspectives within defined scientific contexts. |
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.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Lismore | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Online | Term 1 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
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Overall Score or equivalent | 5.5 |
Reading | 5.0 |
Writing | 5.5 |
Listening | 5.0 |
Speaking | 5.0 |
Course requirements
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).
Course structure
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.
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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 |
Term1,3,5
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SCIN1001 | Nature of Science |
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CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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MRNE1001 | Marine Science and Management |
Term4
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SCIN1004 | Earth Systems |
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ENVR1001 | Science and Global Challenges |
Term1,5
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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. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDUC1001 | Language and Learning in your Discipline |
Term1,3,5
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SCIN1001 | Nature of Science |
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BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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ENVR1005 | Ecosystem Management and Regeneration |
Term4
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CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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SCIN1004 | Earth Systems |
Term1,5
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ENVR1001 | Science and Global Challenges |
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Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Notes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
EDUC1001 | Language and Learning in your Discipline |
Term1,3,5
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SCIN1001 | Nature of Science |
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CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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FORS1001 | Introduction to Forest Science and Management |
Term4
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SCIN1004 | Earth Systems |
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ENVR1001 | Science and Global Challenges |
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Note 1:
This unit is only available Online.
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