Key facts
Domestic students course information.
Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification, or overseas equivalent in a relevant discipline.
Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification, or overseas equivalent in a relevant discipline. English language requirements must also be met.
- 0.5 years full-time
- Up to 2 years part-time
- 065083K
Start Dates and Campus | Trimester 1 – February 2025 | Trimester 2 – June 2025 | Trimester 3 – October 2025 |
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Course information
Download course brochureIn the rapidly changing world of science and technology, it has never been more important to refine and expand your expertise. UNE's Graduate Certificate in Science, flexibly delivered online or on campus, gives you the opportunity to complete intensive graduate-level study in science, whether you want to upskill or you are seeking to update your discipline knowledge. With 11 majors to choose from, and options to continue to further higher degree research, you can safeguard your career and be ready to adapt and respond to challenges you will face in this diverse and dynamic field.
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Science with UNE?
UNE has a long tradition of producing science graduates who are in demand. If you have a degree in a relevant discipline, our Graduate Certificate in Science gives you the opportunity to study your discipline of interest intensively, and is ideal if you wish to upskill and upgrade, or update your existing knowledge. With options to study online, full-time or part-time, the course can be completed in one trimester, or paced over two years to suit your existing commitments.
What makes our course different?
UNE's Graduate Certificate in Science is designed to allow you to complete intensive study in one of nine scientific disciplines, spanning the pure and applied sciences. The course also gives you the opportunity to:
- Study flexibly. Our postgraduate science students come from a wide range of backgrounds, and we know that you need to balance study with your professional and personal commitments. Our online study options allow you to complete the course at the time and place that best suits your needs. UNE is an industry leader in the provision of online learning. In fact, we're Australia's longest continuous provider of distance (now online) education.
- Engage in our collaborative, innovative learning environment. At UNE, our small class sizes give you the opportunity to interact directly with academic staff and your peers, ensuring you have the support you need to thrive.
- Hone your applied skills that highly valued in the workplace. Many units include mandatory intensive schools held on campus. Through laboratory and fieldwork intensives, we emphasise the development of contemporary real-world skills, ensuring that you can translate your theoretical knowledge into practice.
- Choose the major that best matches your strengths and suit the challenges of your career. Our majors allow you to expand the breadth of your knowledge, extending your scope with advanced study in a field that complements your existing skillset.
- Develop the skills you need to pursue research studies in the agricultural, biological, environmental or physical sciences. Our Research Methods major gives you a foundation in applied research skills in environmental and rural science.
Year after year, students award UNE 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide – we are the proven experts online.
Majors
- Biochemistry
- Biomedical Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Genetics
- Mathematics
- Neuroscience
- Physical Sciences
- Research Methods
- Statistics
- Zoology
Study online
Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.
Study on campus
Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.
Entry requirements
Select the option that best describes you.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia:
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computational Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling)
- Physics
- Physiology
- Statistics
- Zoology
† The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible:
- Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry
- Botany - 2 units of Botany or Biology
- Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry
- Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics
- Neuroscience – 2 units of Chemistry or Biology and 2 units at 200-level of Neuroscience (see relevant disciplines)
- Physical Sciences – 2 units of Physics, and 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Chemistry or Physics or Mathematics
- Research Methods – 4 units from the discipline/s you would like to study the research methods of
- Statistics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 1 unit of Statistics
- Zoology – 2 units of Biology
Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
On-Campus study
If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa. The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions.
If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia):
You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computational Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling)
- Physics
- Physiology
- Statistics
- Zoology
† The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible:
- Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry
- Botany - 2 units of Botany or Biology
- Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry
- Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics
- Neuroscience – 2 units of Chemistry or Biology and 2 units at 200-level of Neuroscience (see relevant disciplines)
- Physical Sciences – 2 units of Physics, and 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Chemistry or Physics or Mathematics
- Research Methods – 4 units from the discipline/s you would like to study the research methods of
- Statistics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 1 unit of Statistics
- Zoology – 2 units of Biology
Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Online study in your own country
If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa. If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay.
Online study in Australia
If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units).
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
- When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
- Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
- Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: The maximum Advanced Standing for this course is 6 credit points. Advanced Standing cannot be granted for units undertaken to meet course entry requirements.
This course is offered under four admission rules.
Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule C: You have completed a Master qualification (AQF Level 9 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Rule D: You have completed a Doctorate qualification (AQF Level 10 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.†
If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D. Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
* Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Agriculture
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computational Science
- Ecology
- Genetics
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Medicinal Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience (may include Science, Medicine, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Education, Health, Counselling)
- Physics
- Physiology
- Statistics
- Zoology
† The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy. Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms.
These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above.
When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course.
To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible:
- Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry
- Botany - 2 units of Botany or Biology
- Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry
- Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry
- Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics
- Neuroscience – 2 units of Chemistry or Biology and 2 units at 200-level of Neuroscience (see relevant disciplines)
- Physical Sciences – 2 units of Physics, and 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Chemistry or Physics or Mathematics
- Research Methods – 4 units from the discipline/s you would like to study the research methods of
- Statistics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 1 unit of Statistics
- Zoology – 2 units of Biology
Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility.
You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course.
Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit.
Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application:
- A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification.
- When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.
Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies.
Individual Unit Advanced Standing
If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing.
Please note: The maximum Advanced Standing for this course is 6 credit points. Advanced Standing cannot be granted for units undertaken to meet course entry requirements.
Course structure
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points with at least 18 credit points at 400-level or above, from one of the approved majors.
24 credit points
Complete ONE Approved Major totalling 24 credit points from the followingNote when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM420) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Organic Synthesis and Catalysis (CHEM502) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM503) – 6 credit points
- Capstone Biophysiological Techniques (LSK510) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM210) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Analytical Chemistry (CHEM250) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM404) – 6 credit points
- Molecular Laboratory Skills for Life Sciences (LSK420) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Genetics (GENE410) – 6 credit points
- Capstone Biophysiological Techniques (LSK510) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Microbiology and Virology (MICR550) – 6 credit points
- Drug Technologies and New Drug Therapies (PHAR440) – 6 credit points
- Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology (PSIO531) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO550) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Forensic Anthropology (ANAT336) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM210) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM220) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM420) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM404) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM503) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Development (HDEV201) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Development (HDEV401) – 6 credit points
- Integrated Physiology Skills (LSK440) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology (NEUR531) – 6 credit points
- Neuroanatomy (NEUR532) – 6 credit points
- Pharmacology for Research (PHRM232) – 6 credit points
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Physiology (PSIO332) – 6 credit points
- Human Nutrition and Metabolism (PSIO335) – 6 credit points
- Human Physiology (PSIO411) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Mosses and Mushrooms - Cryptogam Diversity (BOTY370) – 6 credit points
- Field Botany (BOTY390) – 6 credit points
- Plants and Global Change (BOTY505) – 6 credit points
- Ecology of Plant Populations (ECOL307) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Genetics and Genomics (ECOL320) – 6 credit points
- Ecology of Australian Vegetation (ECOL511) – 6 credit points
- Ecosystem Rehabilitation (EM551) – 6 credit points
- Techniques in Environmental Science (ENSC410) – 6 credit points
- Macroevolution and Systematics (EVOL301) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Plant Physiology and Anatomy (BOTY202) – 6 credit points
- Plant Diversity (BOTY203) – 6 credit points
- Ecology - Populations to Ecosystems (ECOL203) – 6 credit points
- Aquatic Ecology (ECOL308) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Biology (EM553) – 6 credit points
- Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS501) – 6 credit points
- Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS502) – 6 credit points
- Special Topics and Projects in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS581) – 6 credit points
- Evolutionary Biology (EVOL211) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE410) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to GIS and Spatial Thinking (GISC334) – 6 credit points
- Spatial Analysis and Modelling (GISC433) – 6 credit points
- Overseas Study Experience (OSSE500) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Soil Science (SOIL222) – 6 credit points
- Soils in Landscapes (SOIL500) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT410) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Statistical Modelling (STAT420) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
- Invertebrate Zoology (ZOOL210) – 6 credit points
- Entomology (ZOOL320) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Organic Synthesis and Catalysis (CHEM502) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM503) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physical and Materials Chemistry (CHEM505) – 6 credit points
- Forensic and Analytical Chemistry (FSC510) – 6 credit points
- Microscopic to Macroscopic Physics and Chemistry (PHYS501) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Physical Chemistry: Quantum and Thermal Structure (CHEM210) – 6 credit points
- Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM220) – 6 credit points
- Analytical Chemistry (CHEM250) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM404) – 6 credit points
- Topics in Advanced Physical Sciences (PHYS208) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Genetics and Genomics (ECOL320) – 6 credit points
- Special Topics and Projects in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS581) – 6 credit points
- Genetics of Populations (GENE322) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Breeding and Genetics (GENE351) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE410) – 6 credit points
- Genetic Evaluation and Breeding Program Design (GENE422) – 6 credit points
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics (GENE552) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Microbiology and Virology (MICR550) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM420) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Plants and Global Change (BOTY505) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM404) – 6 credit points
- Macroevolution and Systematics (EVOL301) – 6 credit points
- Forensic and Analytical Chemistry (FSC310) – 6 credit points
- Forensic and Analytical Chemistry (FSC510) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE210) – 6 credit points
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics (GENE352) – 6 credit points
- Capstone Biophysiological Techniques (LSK510) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO350) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO550) – 6 credit points
- Human Physiology (PSIO411) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT410) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Statistical Modelling (STAT420) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Learning (STAT430) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introduction to Topology (PMTH431) – 6 credit points
- Abstract Algebra (PMTH432) – 6 credit points
- Complex Analysis (PMTH433) – 6 credit points
- Differential Equations (PMTH439) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Mathematical Methods in the Sciences (AMTH246) – 6 credit points
- Computational Mathematics (AMTH250) – 6 credit points
- Probability and Simulation (MATH260) – 6 credit points
- Probability and Simulation (MATH460) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH212) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH412) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH213) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH413) – 6 credit points
- Number Theory (PMTH338) – 6 credit points
- Frequentist and Bayesian Statistical Inference (STAT270) – 6 credit points
- Frequentist and Bayesian Statistical Inference (STAT470) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Clinical Microbiology and Virology (MICR550) – 6 credit points
- A Walk Through the Brain (NEUR530) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology (NEUR531) – 6 credit points
- Neuroanatomy (NEUR532) – 6 credit points
- The Brain and Behaviour (NEUR533) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Neuroscience (NEUR535) – 6 credit points
- Understanding and Changing Human Behaviour (NEUR537) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiological Bases of Autism (NEUR539) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology and Treatment of Depression (NEUR540) – 6 credit points
- Neurobiology of Anxiety Disorders (NEUR542) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM420) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM204) – 6 credit points
- Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM503) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Human Development (HDEV401) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Microbiology (MICR220) – 6 credit points
- Pharmacology for Research (PHRM232) – 6 credit points
- Pathophysiology (PSIO230) – 6 credit points
- Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology (PSIO331) – 6 credit points
- Human Physiology (PSIO411) – 6 credit points
- Immunology and Haematology (PSIO550) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Science Practicum (SCI505) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Applied Physical and Materials Chemistry (CHEM505) – 6 credit points
- Applied Photonics (PHYS313) – 6 credit points
- Electromagnetism 1 (PHYS404) – 6 credit points
- Microscopic to Macroscopic Physics and Chemistry (PHYS501) – 6 credit points
- Digital Electronic Systems (PHYS511) – 6 credit points
Note when a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Mathematical Methods in the Sciences (AMTH246) – 6 credit points
- Physical Chemistry: Quantum and Thermal Structure (CHEM210) – 6 credit points
- Inorganic Chemistry (CHEM220) – 6 credit points
- Analytical Chemistry (CHEM250) – 6 credit points
- Probability and Simulation (MATH460) – 6 credit points
- Topics in Advanced Physical Sciences (PHYS208) – 6 credit points
- Sensors and Signal Processing (PHYS213) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH212) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH412) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH213) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH413) – 6 credit points
- Differential Equations (PMTH339) – 6 credit points
- Differential Equations (PMTH439) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
12 credit points
Complete the following units:- Applied Research Skills in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS501) – 6 credit points
- Research Synthesis in Environmental and Rural Science (ERS502) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following units:- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT410) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Statistical Modelling (STAT420) – 6 credit points
6 credit points
Complete 6 credit points from the following unitsNote: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Grazing Systems (AGSY300) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Biological and Organic Chemistry (CHEM404) – 6 credit points
- Organic Synthesis and Catalysis (CHEM502) – 6 credit points
- Applied Physical and Materials Chemistry (CHEM505) – 6 credit points
- Aquatic Ecology (ECOL308) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Genetics and Genomics (ECOL320) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Genetics (GENE410) – 6 credit points
- Genetic Evaluation and Breeding Program Design (GENE422) – 6 credit points
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics (GENE552) – 6 credit points
- Probability and Simulation (MATH460) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Microbiology and Virology (MICR550) – 6 credit points
- Calculus and Linear Algebra 1 (MTHS120) – 6 credit points
- Precision Agriculture (PA435) – 6 credit points
- Electromagnetism 1 (PHYS404) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100) – 6 credit points
- Frequentist and Bayesian Statistical Inference (STAT470) – 6 credit points
- Animal Behaviour (ZOOL526) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Probability and Simulation (MATH460) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Statistical Modelling (STAT420) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Learning (STAT430) – 6 credit points
- Frequentist and Bayesian Statistical Inference (STAT470) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Computational Mathematics (AMTH250) – 6 credit points
- Algorithms in Machine Learning (COSC380) – 6 credit points
- Algorithms in Machine Learning (COSC580) – 6 credit points
- Genomic Analysis and Bioinformatics (GENE552) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH212) – 6 credit points
- Multivariable Calculus (PMTH412) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH213) – 6 credit points
- Linear Algebra (PMTH413) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT210) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT410) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Disease and its Control in Animals (ANPR517) – 6 credit points
- Animal Biosecurity (ANSC514) – 6 credit points
- Advanced Animal Nutrition (ANUT421) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Biology (EM553) – 6 credit points
- Remote Sensing and Image Analysis (GISC436) – 6 credit points
- Ecological and Comparative Physiology (ZOOL327) – 6 credit points
- Evolutionary Parasitology (ZOOL329) – 6 credit points
- Animal Behaviour (ZOOL526) – 6 credit points
Note: When a unit is offered at multiple levels you can only choose ONE unit.
- Forensic Anthropology (ANAT336) – 6 credit points
- Animals and Us: Ethics and Welfare (ANSC304) – 6 credit points
- Animal Biosecurity (ANSC314) – 6 credit points
- Applied Animal Nutrition (ANUT500) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Molecular Biology and Biochemistry I (BCHM410) – 6 credit points
- Introductory Biochemistry II (BCHM420) – 6 credit points
- Clinical Biochemistry and Cell Biology (BCHM541) – 6 credit points
- Wild Dog Ecology (CANI310) – 6 credit points
- Aquatic Ecology (ECOL308) – 6 credit points
- Conservation Genetics and Genomics (ECOL320) – 6 credit points
- Wildlife Ecology and Management (EM323) – 6 credit points
- Evolutionary Biology (EVOL211) – 6 credit points
- Macroevolution and Systematics (EVOL301) – 6 credit points
- Genetics of Populations (GENE322) – 6 credit points
- Spatial Analysis and Modelling (GISC433) – 6 credit points
- Overseas Study Experience (OSSE500) – 6 credit points
- Endocrinology and Reproductive Physiology (PSIO531) – 6 credit points
- Introduction to Scientific Programming (SCI410) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT210) – 6 credit points
- Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design (STAT410) – 6 credit points
- Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development (WORK500) – 6 credit points
- Invertebrate Zoology (ZOOL210) – 6 credit points
- Techniques in Zoology (ZOOL310) – 6 credit points
- Entomology (ZOOL320) – 6 credit points
See UNE Handbook for more details. The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course plans, exit awards, intensive schools, and work placement requirements.
Fees and scholarships
How much will it cost?
Estimated fees for your first year of study in this course are:
Fee type | Cost |
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Full Fee | $18,672* |
International | $18,624* |
Commonwealth Supported Place (quotas apply) | $4,537* |
Estimated amenities fee per year if studying full-time | $365 |
*Annual course fees only cover the cost of tuition. They do not include other expenses associated with university study such as text books, accommodation and living expenses. If you are successful in gaining admission to study at UNE, the Offer of Admission will list the exact tuition fees you need to pay for your course. Fees quoted cover full-time tuition for two full-time trimesters only. For more information, please see fees and costs.
What are the course fee payment options?
Full Fee places are mostly in postgraduate coursework degrees. In a full fee place you pay the tuition fee set for your course, however you may be eligible for a FEE-HELP Loan to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
If you are enrolled in a Full Fee place and there is a direct connection between your work and your study, you may be able to claim your tuition fees as a tax deduction.
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a government subsidised place in a university course. The government pays part of your tuition fees, and you pay the remainder.
If you have a CSP in either an undergraduate or postgraduate (coursework) degree, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP Loan, which allows you to defer payment of your fees until you are earning above the threshold.
UNE scholarships are open for all to apply and offer financial help while you are studying. There are scholarships for students with high academic achievement, from rural areas, studying specific degrees, in disadvantaged groups, experiencing financial hardship, who excel at sport or want to live in a UNE residential college.
UNE scholarship applications are free and confidential. You may apply for more than one scholarship.
Scholarships
UNE offers bursaries and scholarships that can help you with the costs of studying and living in Australia.
The UNE International Bursary reduces the published annual tuition fees for international students by up to 20%. These bursaries are available for international students commencing coursework studies at UNE in 2024. View detailed Bursary information.
UNE also offers a number of substantial research scholarships to postgraduate students studying research-based degrees.
Your career
Career opportunities in science are diverse, and with upgraded skills you will add value to your professional role or find new opportunities in a range of sectors including industry, government, teaching and research.
Some examples include positions in:
- forensic and industrial chemistry
- biomedical science laboratories
- pharmaceutical manufacturing and development
- applied statistics.
Fast track completion of further postgraduate science study at UNE. On completion of your Graduate Certificate you are eligible to continue to a Graduate Diploma in Science, or if you achieve an overall grade point average of 5 or more, UNE's coursework Master of Scientific Studies. In both cases you can apply for advanced standing for the units that you complete in your Graduate Certificate.
Course outcomes
- demonstrate through their own study and practise, specialised scientific knowledge of science and specialised skills in a chosen discipline;
- demonstrate through their own practise, specialist technical competencies in the field, laboratory and professional workplace related to science; and knowledge of theoretical concepts applicable to their chosen discipline;
- conduct investigations to critically analyse and evaluate complex ideas, and apply established theories to identify solutions to complex problems relating to their discipline;
- be effective communicators of science by communicating scientific knowledge and concepts to a variety of audiences using a range of written and oral communication modes; and
- be responsible and accountable for their own learning and scientific work by demonstrating initiative and independent judgement in a range of functions and scientific disciplines in specialised contexts, operating with a high level of personal autonomy and responsibility for all aspects of the work or function of others, and planning and executing independent research while complying with regulatory frameworks and practising professional ethics relevant to their discipline area.
- Knowledge of a Discipline
Graduates will understand scientific practice and have advanced knowledge in a discipline of science. They will be able to articulate aspects of the place and importance of science in the local and wider community.
- Communication Skills
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes.
- Problem Solving
Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognised methods of science and appropriate practical techniques and tools.
- Information Literacy
Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information or arguments to a range of audiences and for a range of purposes.
- Ethical Conduct and Social Responsibility
Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognising the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practised and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments. They will also be able to demonstrate a capacity for self-directed learning.
- Lifelong Learning
Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed learning.
- Independence and Collaboration
Graduates will have the ability to function effectively as members of teams or individually.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian university.
We understand the challenges faced by busy adults studying at home. We know that a vital part of online study is your engagement with the learning community. Communication with your classmates, teaching staff and university support staff will enhance your study experience and ensure that your skills extend beyond the subject matter. UNE’s teaching staff are experts in their field which is why UNE consistently receives five stars from students for teaching quality, support and overall experience.*
*The Good Universities Guide
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
18 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 18 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2024No.1 in NSW for
Student Experience
QILT (government-endorsed) ranks UNE as the top public NSW uni for Student Experience
QILT Student Experience SurveyFive Stars for
Teaching Quality
UNE rates among the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia for Teaching Quality
Good Universities Guide 2024Studying online
At UNE we know it takes more than just being online to be a great online university. It takes time and experience. We pioneered distance education for working adults back in the 1950s, so we’ve been doing this longer than any other Australian University.
As an international student you can take advantage of flexible online study from overseas or while you are studying in Australia on a visa other than a student visa. You can’t study fully online on a Student Visa.
To study online from overseas you need to consider that you may need to travel to Australia to attend a UNE campus for some mandatory intensive schools.
Studying on Campus
Whether you are an undergraduate student coming to study in Australia for the first time, a PhD student coming to live here with your family, or you only need short-stay accommodation whilst in Armidale for Intensive Schools, we have the perfect accommodation option for you.
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Why study with us?
The access you have to academics is a major benefit to studying at UNE.
Why study with us?
Studying at UNE was an amazing experience for me not only because of education but also because of the multicultural environment, the academic staff and resources and the international services.
How to apply
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Preparing to apply
You should always provide the details of past or current studies in your application. You may also need to include documents to support your application.
The kind of documents you need will depend on:
- Your preferred course/s
- Your personal circumstances
Important Dates
Different application methods and courses can have different closing dates. To find your correct application method click the Apply Now button below. Please check the appropriate application website for opening and closing dates.
If you are applying online direct to UNE please see below for application dates.
Intake | Application Closing Date | Trimester Start Date |
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Trimester 1 | 14 February 2025 | 24 February 2025 |
Trimester 2 | 13 June 2025 | 23 June 2025 |