New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science

UCOL

Subject area

Natural and Physical Sciences not elsewhere classified

Qualification

Duration

1

1 Year

Total student fees

$5,840

over 1 Year - details

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide individuals with broad theoretical and technical knowledge within a range of natural and physical sciences for employment or education.

The qualification will also identify for the science-related sectors of Aotearoa New Zealand those employees who are able to self-manage, be responsible, and support leadership in the manufacturing and regulatory industries, field work, research, and development.

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

NCEA level 2 with 90 credits at level 2 or above. 30 level 2 credits from Science, Biology or Chemistry. 10 credits level 1 literacy and 10 credits level 1 numeracy. IELTS 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). NZQA Academic Entry Criteria for International Students for entry to a diploma programme with at least 2 academic subjects at least 60% and at least 2 science subjects. In addition to this international applications under the age of 20 must have NCEA equivalency.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

1 Year


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$5,840 $5,840
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$9,496 $9,496
Total $15,336 $15,336

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

100%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (06) 952 7000
Fax: (06) 952 7023
Email: enquiry@ucol.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ucol.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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