C11216v1 Graduate Certificate in Science
University of Technology Sydney
About
The Graduate Certificate in Science is suitable for those seeking to enhance their STEM skills to assist them to gain entry into science related employment as well as for those who are already employed but wish to gain new specialised skills to advance their area of expertise.The course enhances career prospects by providing opportunities to extend knowledge beyond a first degree.
It provide the opportunity to extend or renew scientific knowledge and professional skills which are important to career advancement.
Structure
The course requires 24 credit points of study, with 12 credit points chosen from the professional stream subjects and 12 credit points from a choice of specified science subjects.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| CBK90642 Elective | 12cp |
| CBK90648 Professional stream choice | 12cp |
| Total | 24cp |
Course program
The following example shows a typical part-time program.
Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp |
| 68109 Advanced Communication Skills in Science | |
| 60904 Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation | |
| 37233 Linear Algebra | |
| 60117 Understanding Data and Statistical Design | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| CBK90642 Elective | 12cp |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Entry into the course requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Institution
