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The Diploma of Science (UniLink) (8 months) is a higher education diploma which provides an alternative pathway to a bachelor degree. It includes study in biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics. The units are similar to bachelor degree units, but classes are smaller and students have more one-on-one time with teachers.

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Duration

8 months full-time or equivalent part-time

Intakes

Hawthorn (February, June, October) - View application and start dates

Study modes

Full-time,
Part-time

VTAC course codes

3400211101 (CSP)
3400211563 (IFP)

ATAR 45.00 2023 Guaranteed Entry ATAR

This course allows you to pathway to another qualification.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Diploma of Science (UniLink) (8 months) allows students to tailor their diploma and develop a unique range of interdisciplinary skills. Offering a flexible range of unit combinations, the course allows students to select a professionally focused program of study. The topics covered seek to blend a range of key scientific skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs.

The Diploma of Science is a Higher Education Diploma normally taking eight months of full-time study or part-time equivalent. The course structure requires the successful completion of both compulsory and elective units. The Diploma of Science is an AQF Level 5 Program under the Australian Quality Framework. Admission to the program is normally based on final year secondary results with an English and Mathematics requirement.

Course structure

To qualify for the award of the Diploma of Science (UniLink), students must successfully complete 100 credit points comprising:

5 core units of study (62.5 credit points)
1 stream composed of 3 units of study (37.5 credit points).

Units of study

Core units

Introduction to biology (BIO10006)

Chemistry (CHE10006)

Sustainable and innovative design in engineering projects (CVE10007)

Calculus and applications (MTH10014)

Statistics 101 (STA10008)

Elective units

Students select three units from one of the following streams:

Physics stream

Energy and motion (CVE10001)

Electronics and electromagnetism (ELC10009)

Linear algebra and applications (MTH20013)

Applied Maths stream

Energy and motion (CVE10001)

Linear algebra and applications (MTH20013)

Introduction to critical thinking and research methodology (PHI10005)

Environmental Science stream OR

Biotechnology stream

Fundamentals of programming (COS10029)

Introduction to critical thinking and research methodology (PHI10005)

Introduction to physics (PHY10009)

Chemistry stream OR

Biochemistry stream

Chemistry 2 (CHE10008)

Introduction to critical thinking and research methodology (PHI10005)

Introduction to physics (PHY10009)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

After completion of the UniLink diploma and progressing to a bachelor degree, graduates may find employment in laboratories, hospitals, education and beyond.

Aims and objectives

This course provides students with a broad science overview with the ability to specialise in a field of their choice through a range of science units. The course aims to equip students with the skills, knowledge and key theoretical insights required to work in a range of professional scientific environments. A distinctive feature of the course is the practical application of knowledge through project-based units of study.

Graduate skills

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

think critically and have developed analytical skills so that they can communicate effectively in academic and workplace environments
develop and display the ability to work independently and/or collaboratively
think logically and creatively when problem solving within various contexts
conduct research and present findings in both written and oral formats
demonstrate an understanding of the core principles of biology, chemistry, physics and maths theory and practice.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Pathways

Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and/or provides advanced standing to the second.

Successful completion of Diploma of Science (UniLink) (8 months) allows you to progress to this course	Maximum amount of credit available
Bachelor of Science	8 units

This information should be used as a guide for those who have completed a course and are seeking credit into another course. For those yet to commence their course, during the time taken to complete, this information may change. Credit available may vary depending on the major selected within any given degree. Progression to professional degrees may be subject to additional criteria or academic performance.

Learn more about pathways.

Credit

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Fees for 2022

2022 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time*	Amenities fee per year if studying full-time*
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)	$8,021	$8,021	See how your SSAF is calculated

Fees are estimates only: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2022 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester. Students who participate in a six or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.

How do I pay my fees?

HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.

Find out more about fees.

Fees for 2023

2023 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year if studying full-time*	Amenities fee per year if studying full-time*
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)	$8,301	$8,301	See how your SSAF is calculated

Fees are estimates only: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester. Students who participate in a six or 12-month professional placement will be subject to an increase in total course fees.

How do I pay my fees?

HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification

VCE prerequisites:

Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any English or English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any Mathematics

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Certificates, Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Course Prerequisites

VCE: Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any English or English as an Additional Language (EAL)
VCE: Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 20 in any Mathematics.

Applicants who do not meet the mathematics prerequisites for this course will be required to successfully complete Swinburne’s MathsLink Further Mathematics bridging program.

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne for general information about the admissions process.

How to apply

Applications for Semester 1 for courses listed on the VTAC Guide are generally made through VTAC. Under certain circumstances, some students (e.g. Non-Year 12) may apply directly to Swinburne. Find out more about how to apply.

Applications for all other intakes should be made directly to Swinburne.

View the Course Admission Information, which includes the ATAR and Student profiles for this course. Swinburne’s general admissions information is also available here.

ATAR 45.00 2023 Guaranteed Entry ATAR

This course allows you to pathway to another qualification.

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