Graduate Certificate in Science

The Graduate Certificate in Science is a course designed for students who wish to expand on their undergraduate program.

Course Aims

This is a postgraduate award designed to broaden a graduate's knowledge as required in their workplace.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: demonstrate through their own study and practise, specialised scientific knowledge of science and specialised skills in a chosen discipline; demonstrate through their own practise, specialist technical competencies in the field, laboratory and professional workplace related to science; and knowledge of theoretical concepts applicable to their chosen discipline; conduct investigations to critically analyse and evaluate complex ideas, and apply established theories to identify solutions to complex problems relating to their discipline; be effective communicators of science by communicating scientific knowledge and concepts to a variety of audiences using a range of written and oral communication modes; and be responsible and accountable for their own learning and scientific work by demonstrating initiative and independent judgement in a range of functions and scientific disciplines in specialised contexts, operating with a high level of personal autonomy and responsibility for all aspects of the work or function of others, and planning and executing independent research while complying with regulatory frameworks and practising professional ethics relevant to their discipline area.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline Graduates will understand scientific practice and have advanced knowledge in a discipline of science. They will be able to articulate aspects of the place and importance of science in the local and wider community. Communication Skills Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes. Problem Solving Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognised methods of science and appropriate practical techniques and tools. Information Literacy Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes. Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practised and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments. They will also be able to demonstrate a capacity for self-directed learning. Lifelong Learning Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning. Independence and Collaboration Graduates will have the ability to function effectively as members of teams or individually.