Science (Postgraduate Diploma)

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Year

2012

Award

Postgraduate Diploma in Science

Length

1 year

Campuses

Melbourne, Albury-Wodonga

Course description

This course offers study options in various disciplines, depending on campus of enrolment.

Melbourne: biochemistry, botany, chemistry, genetics, mathematics, microbiology, physics, statistical sciences, and zoology.

Albury-Wodonga: environmental management and ecology.

Course structure

For details on structure and subjects, contact the honours coordinator in the relevant department.
www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/schools_departments

Subject details

Overseas study opportunities

Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information

Fee type

Fees (Fee-Help available)

Annual (or Total) Tuition Fee (AUD)

23 360

Scholarships

A variety of scholarships and prizes are available for postgraduate students at La Trobe. Visit the postgraduate scholarships webpage for details http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/postgraduates

Selection

IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or

TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or

TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or

TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or

Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or

Approved equivalent.

Academic entry requirements

An Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent, with a major in a relevant area.

Semester starts

Semester 1 (February)

Additional information

Please note this course has January and July start dates at the Albury-Wodonga campus. Also, start dates vary according to the discipline chosen. Some disciplines begin in February, before the regular undergraduate year; some have no mid-year entry. For details, check
with relevant departments

Career opportunities

Scientist, public servant

Professional recognition

Depending on the specific studies chosen, graduates may be eligible for accreditation with a relevant science professional association.