Highlights
Tuition fee
43100 NZD / year
8788 NZD / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
43100 NZD / year
8788 NZD / year
Unknown
Duration
12 months
Duration
12 months
Apply date
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Campus location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The University of Canterbury Diploma in Science is a great option to learn a variety of scientific skills in a single year.

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Overview

The University of Canterbury Diploma in Science  allows you to study interesting science courses, upskill in new areas, and gain professional development in your career.

Careers

  • Gain new knowledge or stay up-to-date by developing your scientific theory or practical skills, from the lab to the field.
  • Placements, projects, and internship opportunities that improve your work readiness.
  • Graduates may find work in many different fields, from programming to agriculture, or even research positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Accounting
  • Antarctic Studies
  • Audiology
  • Astronomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biosecurity
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months
  • Part-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
90
PTE Academic
58
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits
  • 120 points

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Christchurch, New Zealand

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test
120
TOEFL® IBT
90
PTE Academic
58
IELTS
6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
  • To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Canterbury and/or in New Zealand, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
  • International

    Non-residents
    43100 NZD / year
    43100 NZD / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    8788 NZD / year
    8788 NZD / year

Additional Details

  • The ‘Tuition fee total’ is an estimate only. Your total study cost will depend on the courses you choose, and will include additional costs such as student levies, insurance, retakes, and other course-related costs. 

Living costs

Christchurch

New Zealand
1300 - 2000 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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