Undergraduate Certificate in Science
Avondale University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS: 02731D
The Undergraduate Certificate in Science is a pathway into science focused university degrees. This course centres around biology, chemistry, physics and environmental issues and gives students the flexibility to structure their studies around personal areas of interest. Through field work, industry experience and laboratory programs, students can expand their knowledge and develop technical skills.
Structure
The Undergraduate Certificate in Science consists of 4 six credit point units (24 credit points) studied for one semester full-time, or part-time equivalent.
Subjects
- BIOL15000 Introductory Biology
- BIOL15100 The Diversity of Life
- CHEM16300 General Chemistry
- CHEM16000 Chemistry IA
- CHEM16100 Chemistry IB
- DTFN11100 Food, Nutrition and Health
- GEOH11000 Responding to Global Issues
- GEOH12000 Environmental Issues
- MATH16400 General Mathematics
- MATH16000 Mathematics IA
- MATH16100 Mathematics IB
- PHYS16300 General Physics
Standard entry requirements
- DIRECT ENTRY.
- ATAR of 63.00+ (or equivalent e.g. OP of 15 or less).
- Recent HSC Mathematics and completion of some HSC science or equivalent is recommended. Pre-requisites apply for some units of study.
- WORK AND LIFE EXPERIENCE.
- If your ATAR is below 63.00 (or equivalent), you may still be able to gain entry into this course on a provisional basis. Previous work experience and educational qualifications will also be considered upon application.
- Alternative admission may be obtained by one or more of the following methods: Previous post-secondary qualifications at appropriate level..
- Appropriate scores in the uniTEST and the Tertiary Online Written Assessment (TOWA),.
- Special consideration (disadvantaging factors impacting on Year 12 results)..
- ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS.
- Nil.
- INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS.
- Overseas applicants will have their entry qualifications assessed in accordance with the Admission to Higher Education Undergraduate Courses Policy as well as the International Students Policy.
- ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS.
- Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English as per the Admission to Higher Education Undergraduate Courses Policy found at http://www.avondale.edu.au/about/policies/display/?s=MjQ=
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Macquarie | International: $15,664 | No |
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