University of Southern Queensland
Graduate Diploma of Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAre you a Bachelor degree graduate looking to enhance your skills? UniSQ’s Graduate Diploma of Science is an eight unit qualification aimed at those of you who have completed a three-year university degree.
Offering a variety of specialisations, including Agricultural Science, Environment and Sustainability, Physics and Astronomy and Mathematics and Statistics, the flexible program enables you to acquire knowledge and skills relevant to your current or future career.
Don’t live near a UniSQ campus? Don’t worry. Utilising cutting-edge online teaching technologies and communication methods, the degree is accessible to those of you living anywhere in Australia or overseas.
Do you need to further your skill set to progress your career? Graduates of this degree have the skills and knowledge required to contribute at a higher level in their profession. The degree is also an ideal choice for teachers and other professionals wishing to upgrade their skills and those of you wishing to articulate into Masters or PhD study.
Delivery mode
University of Southern Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- UniSQ Ipswich campus, 11 Salisbury Rd, Ipswich
- 487-535 West St, Darling Heights
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
3-year Bachelor degree from an Australian university or equivalent. or
equivalent professional work experience.
English language requirements
You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Graduate Diploma of Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Environmental Consultant
An Environmental Consultant provides advice on environmental issues to businesses, organisations and government departments. You might look at curr...
Laboratory Scientist
A Laboratory Scientist plays a crucial role in conducting experiments and analyses to support various scientific and medical initiatives. Typically...
Quality Control Analyst
A Quality Control Analyst ensures products meet required standards before reaching the market. You might work in a manufacturing plant, laboratory,...
Research Assistant
A Research Assistant supports researchers in conducting studies and analysing data. You might work in academic institutions, research centres, or g...
Science Communicator
A Science Communicator explains complex scientific concepts to the public in an engaging and accessible manner. You might work in science centres,...
Physical Scientist
A Physical Scientist studies the natural phenomena of the physical world. You might work in a research laboratory, a university, or an industry set...
About University of Southern Queensland
A recognised leader in online and blended education, we are renowned for our supportive environment and student-focused commitment to learning and teaching.
At UniSQ, we're fostering a values driven culture - one that is built around relationships and community, mutual respect, diversity and inclusion, and a strong commitment to ethics and integrity, collaboration, creativity and innovation.
We believe that every individual has a role to play in bringing our values to life. Our people live out the UniSQ values every day through the positive, supportive and meaningful relationships they create with their peers, students and the community.
