Graduate Diploma in Science
- Degree Structure - Start In
- Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)
120
Overview
Graduate Diploma in Science
Introduction
This Diploma offers people who hold a bachelor's degree in a major in an unrelated area the opportunity to study science in-depth.
It is designed to provide a qualification for graduates seeking to qualify for entry to postgraduate qualifications in science, change career direction, or to extend or upgrade their existing qualifications.
Graduate Diploma in Science
Entry requirements
Entry to the Graduate Diploma requires a bachelor's degree, which does not need to be in the same area of study. If you gained your qualification overseas, this will need to be assessed to ensure it is of an equivalent standard.
Acceptance will depend on the standard and relevance of previous studies.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Science or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Graduate Diploma in Science
How do I plan my diploma?
Graduate Diploma in Science students are required to pass at least 120 points from Science subjects. Of these, 90 points must be at 300-level, including 60 points in a single subject.
The Diploma is 1 year full-time or up to 5 years part-time study. You can begin studies in February, or for some subjects, in July – please contact the relevant department for clarification.
For full requirements see the Regulations for the Graduate Diploma in Science.
Graduate Diploma in Science
Subjects and courses
You will need 120 points towards the Diploma, with at least 90 points at 300-level. At least 60 points must also be from a single subject in the below list:
Domestic students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $6,748 - $7,822 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $7,153 - $8,291 (120 points)
International students
2024 tuition fee estimate: $39,900 (120 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $41,500 (120 points)
Graduate Diploma in Science
Further study
This qualification is an ideal pathway into postgraduate study, such as the Master of Science. UC offers over 16 postgraduate qualifications in science.
Graduate Diploma in Science
Career opportunities
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement, and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
