La Trobe University
Diploma in Science
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)La Trobe's Diploma of Science is a supported pathway into the Bachelor of Science – or the qualification you need to kickstart a career in entry-level roles in the science industry.
Explore basic scientific concepts and learn how to harness collaboration in the laboratory. Consolidate your new knowledge and skills through practical, laboratory-based classes where you'll have opportunities for hands-on experience. And build skills in scientific communication – an essential skill for sharing outcomes with different audiences.
Already know where you want to steer your career? Our wide range of electives allow you to take specialist subjects right away. Depending on your campus, choose from biochemistry, zoology, physics, molecular biology, data science and more.
You'll learn alongside Bachelor's students in the same subjects, while you map out your transition to further university study. Depending on your subject selection, after successfully completing your Diploma you can transfer directly into the second year of La Trobe's Bachelor of Science. That's all thanks to the one year's worth of course credit (also called advanced standing) you could receive for the subjects you study in your Diploma.
Delivery mode
La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Plenty Road, Bundoora, Melbourne
- Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Selection criteria
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
A study score of 20 in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, any LOTE, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
Prerequisite
VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
Selection criteria
Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
A study score of 20 in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, any LOTE, Physics or Psychology equals 4 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 12 points.
English language requirement
6.0 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$9,173
$39,000
Career opportunities
The Diploma in Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Laboratory Assistant
A Laboratory Assistant performs a range of tasks in a scientific or medical testing laboratory. You might work in the laboratory of a large organis...
Laboratory Technician
A Laboratory Technician performs a specialist role at a medical or research laboratory. You might use specialist equipment or carry out a range of ...
Quality Control Technician
A Quality Control Technician ensures that products meet specified quality standards before reaching the consumer. You might work in a manufacturing...
Research Assistant
A Research Assistant supports researchers in conducting studies and analysing data. You might work in academic institutions, research centres, or g...
About La Trobe University
For more than 50 years, we have been transforming people and societies. We put our students at the centre of everything we do - with a dual emphasis on excellence and inclusivity.
With a proud history built on a mission to advance knowledge and learning to shape the future of our world, we are the most successful Australian university at combining accessibility and excellence. Our passionate teachers deliver globally recognised learning to our diverse student body.
Whether it’s our innovations in teaching and learning, our strong graduate employment outcomes or our leading research, the world’s most respected university ranking agencies consistently rate La Trobe among the world’s best.
Year after year, these results reflect our commitment to outstanding student experience, the career-readiness of our graduates, our ambitious research culture and our partnerships with communities, government and industry.
