本课程旨在通过连贯的学习计划为学生提供一系列科学领域的基本技能和知识。毕业生将具有广泛的科学背景，以协助将来的就业或继续深造。理科常识计划允许学生在与学术人员协商的基础上，根据自己的背景知识和兴趣来设计自己的学习计划。该课程还为学生提供了进入初等教师教育课程的替代途径。医学课程为努力学习一系列医学或辅助医学课程的学生提供了出色的准备。
UNE’s Diploma in Science is ideal if you are new to university study and want to get started in science, or if you wish to develop a foundation of skills and knowledge across a broad range of scientific disciplines to supplement your study in another field or add value to your role. Our course is designed to provide you with maximum flexibility, allowing you to tailor your program of study to your individual needs, with guidance and support from our experienced academic staff. Choose from units across a wide range of scientific disciplines or focus on a specific subject area, and equip yourself with the tools you will need to pursue further study or pivot in your career and thrive in the rapidly changing world of science and technology.<br>Whether you are considering university study for the first time, you are concurrently enrolled in a degree that requires an understanding of scientific concepts, or you are a professional who wishes to future proof or pivot in your career with a basic foundation in the sciences, UNE’s Diploma in Science is a highly flexible course that can be tailored to your interests, strengths and level of background knowledge. Our accessible Diploma in Science provides you with introductory understanding of the basic sciences. It is ideal if you do not have the traditional educational background for direct admission into a science-based degree, or you are interested in science but are not sure if you would like to commit to a full Bachelor’s degree. You do not need to have studied science at school to do the Diploma, and you can apply for admission to our course without an ATAR.<br>Hone your skills in critical thinking and communication and develop a broad scientific background that will position you to pursue further study or add value to your professional role.