Graduate Certificate in Science
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Science at UNE?
The Graduate Certificate in Science is a flexible course designed for students who wish to expand on their undergraduate program or students who wish to change the direction of their focus. The Graduate Certificate in Science is the first level in an articulated program which can lead to further study at Graduate Diploma or Master coursework level providing the opportunity to qualify for research Master or PhD candidature.
For those wishing to expand their undergraduate program, intensive study is available at graduate level in a range of scientific areas such as biochemistry, botany, chemistry, ecology, genetics, mathematics, microbiology, physics, physiology, statistics and zoology.
For those wishing to enter a new field of study, the Graduate Certificate in Science enables students to gain the basic background knowledge required for further study at graduate level in areas related to science.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
0.5 Years Full-timeUp to 2 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2011 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
For more information, click hereFormer or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE
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International Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | GradCertSc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 24 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the faculty as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or (b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and/or relevant experience that adequate preparation for candidature has been made. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | This is a postgraduate award designed to broaden a graduate's knowledge as required in their workplace. |
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| Advanced Standing | Maximum of 6 credit points: for units which have not been counted towards another qualification; or for considerable professional experience in a relevant field of interest |
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| Academic Colours |
Straw (BCC 51) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree, or an equivalent qualification, acceptable to the faculty as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or
(b) satisfy the school by means of other qualifications and/or relevant experience that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 6 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the course comprising:
(a) 6 credit points for units completed at the University; or
(b) 6 credit points for units completed from another institution; or
(c) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience in a relevant field of interest.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) 0.5 year as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to two years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points with not more than 12 credit points at 100-level. Candidates shall complete a program of study in accordance with their background and area of interest.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 24 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Science.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct.