Graduate Diploma in Laboratory Technology
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Our one-year programme has been designed in collaboration with New Zealand employers. It will provide you with specific knowledge, practical skills and relevant analytical techniques for work as a laboratory technician. These skills include critical thinking, problem solving and the ability to interpret results. You'll learn about laboratory quality management practice and gain reporting skills aligned with international quality standards. You’ll also enhance your ability to work independently and within groups. Your personal and interpersonal skills—such as punctuality, team work and time management— will be further developed throughout the programme. The programme can be studied full-time (1 year) or part time (up to 3 years). If you have any questions about the programme please contact the programme leader [email protected] Please note: this programme will only proceed if there are sufficient enrolments.
Entry requirements
What if English is not my first Language? Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 6.5 Listening 6.0 Reading 6.0 Writing 6.5 Speaking If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.