University of New England
Graduate Certificate in Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIn the rapidly changing world of science and technology, it has never been more important to refine and expand your expertise. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Science, flexibly delivered online or on campus, gives you the opportunity to complete intensive graduate-level study in science, whether you want to upskill or you are seeking to update your discipline knowledge. With 11 majors to choose from, and options to continue to further higher degree research, you can safeguard your career and be ready to adapt and respond to challenges you will face in this diverse and dynamic field.
Delivery mode
University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Armidale
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
- Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computational Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling)
- Physics
- Physiology
- Statistics
- Zoology
This course is offered under four admission rules.
- Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computational Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling)
- Physics
- Physiology
- Statistics
- Zoology
English language requirements
IELTS - overall 6.0; reading 5.5; writing 5.5; speaking 5.5; listening 5.5.
TOEFL cBT - Overall 213.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 79, writing 22.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 57 and 50 in all sub bands.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$4,045
$18,113
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst interprets information and uses it to improve the way a company does business. You’ll use various methods to collect information and...
Research Assistant
A Research Assistant supports researchers in conducting studies and analysing data. You might work in academic institutions, research centres, or g...
Science Technician
A Science Technician supports scientific research and education by preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment and materials. You might work in ...
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientists are passionate about the natural environment and aim to protect and conserve wildlife, plants and forests, fishes, natural...
About University of New England
For over 60 years, the University of New England has been a leader in providing distance education to students throughout Australia and the world.
UNE was formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. The University became fully independent in 1954 and pioneered teaching to external students by correspondence, making UNE Australia's most experienced provider of distance and now online education — UNE is Australia's second-largest online university.
Our focus is on your future, providing you with a personal and flexible approach to learning. We offer more than 200 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and higher degree research levels with options to study online or on campus.
We work to ensure that our research is relevant and responsive to the challenges facing us today and insightful towards the future needs of individuals and communities at all levels.
We continue to build research excellence and develop a culture where achieving impact with our research is an integral part of our academic life that is both rewarding and rewarded, and institutionally acknowledged and supported.
