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Certificate in Science

University of Canterbury, New Zealand
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Course Overview

UC offers a wide range of science subjects for students wanting to carry out postgraduate studies. The Postgraduate Certificate in Science (PGCertSc) is an ideal option for those wanting professional development in their scientific field, and for those with other commitments who cannot complete an extensive science programme.

General Eligibility

You will need to have a Bachelor of Science, or equivalent, or be otherwise qualified for entry to the postgraduate study in your chosen subject as specified in the Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Science or the Regulations for the Bachelor of Science with Honours. You may be required to first complete a preparatory programme in this case.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

You will need to complete 60 points worth of courses at 400-level, including a minimum of 45 points in one of the following subjects.

  • Astronomy

  • Biochemistry

  • Biological Sciences

  • Biotechnology

  • Cellular and Molecular Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Child and Family Psychology

  • Computational and Applied Mathematical Sciences

  • Computer Science

  • Data Science

  • Ecology

  • Economics

  • Environmental Science

  • Finance

  • Finance and Mathematics

  • Finance and Statistics

  • Financial Engineering

  • Geography

  • Geology

  • Industrial and Organisational Psychology

  • Mathematical Physics

  • Mathematics

  • Mathematics and Philosophy

  • Medical Physics

  • Medical Physics (Clinical)

  • Microbiology

  • Philosophy

  • Physics

  • Psychology

  • Speech and Language Sciences

  • Statistics

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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