New Zealand Certificate in Applied Science
Northland Polytechnic Ltd
Subject area
Natural and Physical Sciences
Qualification
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Entry requirements
None.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide individuals with introductory operational and theoretical knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) for employment or education.
The qualification will also identify for the STEM-related sectors in Aotearoa New Zealand those employees who are able to undertake supervised tasks in entry-level operational positions in manufacturing and regulatory industries, field work, research, and development.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Natural and Physical Sciences at this level can earn:
$31,000
Median earnings one year after study
$35,000
Median earnings two years after study
$43,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
37%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2021
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
GCSB Women in STEM Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Intelligence Community - Organisational Development New Zealand Intelligence Community
Website:
https://www.gcsb.govt.nz/working-for-us/gcsb-women-in-stem-scholarship/
Value:
The value of this award is $10,000, which can be spread over three years depending on your study plans.
Elsie and Laura Lehmann Trust
Provided by:
Massey University
Website:
http://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/admission/scholarships-bursaries-awards/
Value:
At the discretion of the Selection Committee
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 4703555
Fax: (09) 470 3556
Email: NPregistry@northtec.ac.nz
Web: http://www.northtec.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
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