Postgraduate Diploma in Science

Program Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Science at AUT is a coursework-based qualification that draws its courses from the Master of Science program. Students can choose from a wide range of courses in science or computer and mathematical sciences, and the program can be completed in one year full-time or part-time. Graduates may progress to further study in the Master of Science or Master of Science (Research), or they may enter the workforce in various science-related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Postgraduate Diploma in Science at AUT is a coursework-based qualification that draws its courses from the Master of Science program.
Students can choose from a wide range of courses in science or computer and mathematical sciences.
• Objectives: The program aims to advance students' understanding of science, computer and mathematical sciences, and to develop their analytical, planning, and critical thinking skills.
Graduates may progress to further study in the Master of Science or Master of Science (Research).

Outline:

• Program Content and Structure: Students complete 120 points of coursework.
The program can be completed in one year full-time or part-time.
• Computer and Mathematical Sciences Courses: Students must complete 90 points from the following courses: ASTR800, COMP800-COMP841, ENGE817, MATH800-MATH803, STAT800-STAT805.
An additional 30 points can be selected from other courses listed in the Master of Science or other relevant postgraduate courses.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods: The assessment methods vary depending on the course.
Some common assessment methods include:
• Assignments
• Presentations

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The teaching methods vary depending on the course.
Some common teaching methods include:
• Lectures
• Tutorials

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Science may pursue careers in various fields, including:
• Research
• Education
• Industry
• Government
• Career Opportunities: Graduates may find employment opportunities in areas such as:
• Science research and development
• Computer science and information technology
• Environmental science and management
• Biotechnology and pharmaceuticals
• Education
• Career Outcomes: Graduates may progress to further study in the Master of Science or Master of Science (Research), or they may enter the workforce in various science-related fields.