Diploma in Science
University of Canterbury
Subject area
Natural and Physical Sciences
Qualification
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Entry requirements
A New Zealand university entrance qualification or equivalent.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Students will have obtained base knowledge in one or more areas of Science which will lay the foundation for further study in Science. Graduates of this qualification will have a broad understanding of the domains of Science and be able to apply basic knowledge of one or more areas of Science to a problem or situation.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Natural and Physical Sciences at this level can earn:
$37,000
Median earnings one year after study
$44,000
Median earnings two years after study
$54,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
56%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Vice Chancellor's Excellence Award
Provided by:
University of Canterbury - The Scholarships Office
Website:
Value:
Course fees and a certificate of proficiency
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.
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
Free phone: 0800 827 748
Phone: (03) 369 3999
Web: http://www.canterbury.ac.nz
Sources
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