Diploma of Science (Physical Sciences)

Program Overview

UniSQ's Diploma of Science (Physical Sciences) provides a comprehensive introduction to science, including development, science communication, astronomy, and physics. It offers a pathway to a Bachelor's degree and prepares graduates for diverse career opportunities in fields such as laboratory science, sales, marketing, and IT support.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Science aims to understand the world using explanations developed and tested against the evidence. Science can help us predict and prepare for the future and lay the foundations of important technological innovations. UniSQ’s Diploma of Science (Physical Sciences) introduces you to the development and role of science, science communication, astronomy, and university level physics, with two elective options. The Diploma is a qualification in its own right, and you can stop there if you want to, but it is also a pathway to a Bachelor degree. This means that the eight courses you study can count towards a Bachelor degree.

Outline:

To complete this degree students must complete 8 units.

Courses to be studied

Units Core courses 2 4 x major courses 4 2 x elective courses 2 Total 8

Other:

Further study

After completing the Diploma of Science (Physical Sciences) you can continue your studies with the Bachelor of Science.

Career outcomes

There are a range of employment opportunities suitable for graduates who have a Diploma of Science qualification, e.g. Laboratory assistant/technician/support, sales and marketing, service desk consultant and IT Support.