Advanced Diploma in The Sciences
Why study the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences at UNE?
This course is designed to provide students with a coherent program of study in a range of disciplines in science. Graduates will have a broad scientific background to assist with future employment or to pursue further study. Students may complete one of the approved majors or design their own program of study in consultation with academic staff, taking into account their background knowledge and interests.
Graduates are awarded the advanced diploma in the major completed, for example, those who complete the Biomedical Science program will be awarded the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences (Biomedical Science).
Career Opportunities
Advanced Diploma in The Sciences graduates will have a broad scientific background to pursue further study or to assist with future employment in a range of areas requiring a basic knowledge of a particular area of science.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 6 years Part-timeFEES
CSP (quotas apply)International
2013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All domestic students apply direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International Students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways. This course is only available off-campus (distance education).For more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | AdvDipSc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply) / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 72 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | On completion of the advanced diploma students may enrol for a bachelor degree (the actual degree will be dependent on the program of study completed) and are able to count units already completed towards the advanced diploma. |
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| How to apply |
All domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
International Students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways. This course is only available off-campus (distance education). For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive 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) hold a diploma of the university or an equivalent qualification; or (b) have satisfied the school by means of other qualifications and/or related experience, that the equivalent standard of Rule (a) has been achieved. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except where approved for units completed as part of the Pathways Enabling Course or the TRACKS tertiary preparation program or an approved articulation in the course). Advanced standing will be granted for units which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the course as follows: (a) a maximum of 36 credit points for units completed at the University or another institution; or (b) no limit will apply to advanced standing which is granted for units completed at the University and which have not been counted towards another qualification. |
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| Academic Colours |
Straw (BCC 51) |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold a diploma of the university or an equivalent qualification; or
(b) have satisfied the school by means of other qualifications and/or related experience, that the equivalent standard of Rule (a) has been achieved.
Advanced Standing
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except where approved for units completed as part of the Pathways Enabling Course or the TRACKS tertiary preparation program or an approved articulation in the course).
Advanced standing will be granted for units which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the course as follows:
(a) a maximum of 36 credit points for units completed at the University or another institution; or
(b) no limit will apply to advanced standing which is granted for units completed at the University and which have not been counted towards another qualification.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be up to six years as a part-time candidate.Course Requirements
1. To qualify for the award, a candidate must pass units to the value of 72 credit points with not more than 36 credit points at 100-level.
2. A candidate shall:
(a) pursue a program of study approved in advance by the relevant course coordinator comprising units from those listed in the rules for the Bachelor of Agriculture or Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Science; or
(b) complete one of the approved majors.
3. In special circumstances, and with the approval of the relevant course coordinator, other units available from subjects offered within the University may be substituted for one or more of the units in the approved major.
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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| Complete a Program of Study approved by the relevant course coordinator OR Complete ONE Major |
72 cps |
| Total | 72 cps |
Approved Course Work Programs
Biochemistry
Biomedical Science
Biotechnology/Molecular Genetics
Botany
Chemistry
Ecology
Genetics
Microbiology
Physics
Zoology
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements including one of the course work programs or an approved major shall be awarded the Advanced Diploma in The Sciences.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims |
To have an understanding that · Science encompasses both a body of knowledge and a reliable process of discovery. It is founded upon the recognition of fundamental laws that make nature systematic and reproducible. · Scientists observe, measure, classify, and perform experiments upon the natural world. They employ scientific methods to test hypotheses, and use empirical evidence to support or refute their hypotheses. The natural variability, or uncertainty, inherent in the natural world means that scientific conclusions are reliable but contestable: they may be revised or modified as new evidence emerges. Scientists are curious about the natural world, and are creative in formulating hypotheses and in designing approaches to problem solving. · Mathematics is used in science to model real-world systems and scientific data are often analyzed using statistical methods. · Science operates within a paradigm of peer review and replication that provides a collective responsibility for the reliability of scientific knowledge. Scientists have a responsibility to communicate the outcomes of their work accurately and without bias to their peers and to society. · Science is embedded within a context that reflects both the history of scientific endeavor and the culture of present society. Scientists generate and build knowledge, develop technologies, investigate and solve problems.
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| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
Graduates will understand ways of scientific thinking and the nature of science as a broad discipline. They will also have specialised knowledge in at least one sub-disciplinary area of science.
Communication Skills
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, and for a range of purposes.
Global Perspectives
Graduates will understand, and be able to articulate, aspects of the place and importance of science in the local and global community.
Information Literacy
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, and for a range of purposes. They will also be able to synthesize and evaluate information from a range of sources, using a range of technologies.
Life-Long Learning
Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.
Problem Solving
Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognised methods of science and appropriate practical techniques and tools. Also, by formulating hypotheses, collecting valid and reliable data, and incorporating quantitative evidence into arguments.
Social Responsibility
Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practiced and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments.
Team Work
Graduates will have an awareness of the need to function effectively as members or leaders of scientific or multidisciplinary teams.
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