Postgraduate Diploma in Science
Course details
| NZQF Level | 8 |
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About the course
Advance your understanding of science, or computer and mathematical sciences in as little as one year with the Postgraduate Diploma in Science.
This coursework-based qualification includes courses from the Master of Science. You can choose from a wide range of courses in science, or computer and mathematical sciences. Throughout your studies you develop advanced analytical, planning and critical thinking skills. Graduates may progress to further study in the Master of Science or Master of Science (Research).
Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements
If you have New Zealand qualifications
- Bachelor of Science or equivalent OR
- Graduate Diploma in Science or equivalent OR
If you have qualifications from another country
International student entry requirements
India
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor of Science; Bachelor's degree (in a relevant professional subject)
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 3 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
40
Degree classification:
n/a
Letter criteria:
D
GPA 10 point scale:
4
Indonesia
Accepted qualification:
1. Diploma IV-Sarjana sains terapan AND / OR
2. Sarjana (SI)
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
55
Degree classification:
n/a
Letter criteria:
C
GPA 4 point scale:
2
Malaysia
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 3 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
50
Letter criteria:
C
GPA 4 point scale:
2
Phillipines
Accepted qualification:
1. Bachelor’s degree from prestigious university awarded up to 2022 AND / OR
2. Bachelor’s degree awarded from 2022 with an entry qual of Year 12 AND / OR
3. Bachelor’s degree from Section 1 institute as per NOOSR
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
GPA 4 point scale:
1
GPA 1 (Excellent)-5 point scale:
3
United Arab Emirates
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
Minimum 4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
Percentage:
60
Letter criteria:
D
GPA 4 point scale:
1
Vietnam
Accepted qualification:
Bachelor's degree
Accepted undergraduate qualification duration:
4 years
Accepted subject majors:
Biomedical Science; Chemistry; Environmental Science; Food Science; Geospatial Science; Marine Science; Microbiology; Molecular Genetics; Computer and Mathematical Sciences; or equivalent subject matter
Minimum scores
GPA 10 point scale:
5
GPA 4 point scale:
2
If your country is not listed, view our general entry requirements for postgraduate programmes
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent