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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
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Online students attend compulsory residential workshops at the Lismore campus for some units. Veterinary Technology specialisation available at Lismore only with no online study mode. -
Placements
Yes
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ATAR
45
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Inherent Requirements
No
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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
Love science, but not sure which discipline is for you? Or perhaps you’re ready to study at University but you need a little extra academic preparation?
The Diploma of Science will prepare you with a solid grounding in scientific knowledge and academic skills.
It allows you to explore the many opportunities that science offers, the wonders of the natural environment and the foundations of scientific investigation.
You’ll choose one of the following specialisations: Earth and Environmental Systems, Marine Systems or Veterinary Technology. Successful completion of the Diploma will enable entry and up to eight units of credit towards linked specialisations in the Southern Cross Bachelor of Science or into the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
Graduates may also find work in para-professional roles, including positions as field assistants, laboratory assistants, veterinary 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.
Important information:
- The Veterinary Technology specialisation is available at Lismore campus only. It is delivered face-to-face, there is no online only study mode for this specialisation.
- Veterinary Technology students are expected to attend in-person tutorials and practical classes on campus and at external partner locations.
- Veterinary Technology students must complete compulsory vaccination (Q-Fever and Tetanus) prior to commencement of study in Term 1. Other recommended vaccinations (not compulsory) are Lyssa Virus (rabies) and annual Influenza.
| 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. |
Students opting for the Veterinary Technology specialisation are expected to attend in-person tutorials and practical classes on campus and at external partner locations.
Veterinary Technology students must complete compulsory vaccinations (Q-Fever and Tetanus) prior to commencement of study in Term 1.
Other recommended vaccinations (not compulsory) are Lyssa Virus (rabies) and annual Influenza. Students are expected to fund and organise their own travel to external partner locations and may need to provide their own equipment (PPE, boots, overalls).
All students select a specialisation in one of the following areas:
- Earth and Environmental Systems
- Marine Systems
- Veterinary Technology.
Please note: Online students must undertake compulsory on campus Residentials for some units. Veterinary Technology specialisation available at Lismore only.
Successful completion of the Diploma will enable entry and up to eight units of credit towards linked specialisations in the Southern Cross Bachelor of Science or into the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
| 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
| Category | Score |
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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 in Marine Systems, or Earth and Environmental Systems or Veterinary Technology.
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.
| 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 AND SCIN1001 - Nature of Science | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| EDUC1001 | Language and Learning in your Discipline |
Term1,3,5
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| SCIN1001 | Nature of Science |
Term1,3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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| BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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12 | Note 1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| MRNE1001 | Marine Science and Management |
Term4
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| SCIN1004 | Earth Systems |
Term1,5
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| ENVR1001 | Science and Global Challenges |
Term1,5
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SCIN1001 | Nature of Science |
Term1,3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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12 | Note 1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| STAT1002 | Scientific Data Management and Analysis |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ENVR1005 | Ecosystem Management and Regeneration |
Term4
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12 | Note 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| CHEM1001 | Chemistry |
Term2,4
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| SCIN1004 | Earth Systems |
Term1,5
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ENVR1001 | Science and Global Challenges |
Term1,5
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 EDUC1001 Language and Learning in Your Discipline unit in their first term of study | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| EDUC1001 | Language and Learning in your Discipline |
Term1,3,5
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ANIM1001 | Animal Husbandry, Management, and Behaviour 1 |
Term1
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| BIOL1005 | Cells and Molecules |
Term2
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| VETS1001 | Foundations of Veterinary Professionalism and Communication |
Term2
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ANIM2001 | Animal Husbandry, Management, and Behaviour 2 |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| VTEC1001 | Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technologists |
Term3
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12 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| VTEC1002 | Principles of Animal Health Assessment for Veterinary Technologists |
Dual Term4
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| VTEC1003 | Surgical Theatre and Dental Care for Veterinary Technologists |
Term4
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Note 1:
Compulsory residential for Online students at Lismore
Note 2:
Compulsory residential for Online students at Lismore or the National Marine Science Centre, Coffs Harbour
Note 3:
Compulsory residential for ALL students at the National Marine Science Centre, Coffs Harbour
Note 4:
Compulsory residential for ALL students at Lismore or the National Marine Science Centre, Coffs Harbour
Note 5:
Compulsory residential for ALL students at Lismore
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