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Get ready for a lifelong journey of discovery. This program develops the skills you need to investigate a huge number of scientific disciplines, and prepares you for tomorrow’s challenges.
Study options
FULL TIME
1.5 years
Start times
Term 3
October
(2023)
Term 1
March
(2024)
Available campuses
Study Science. Major in Discovery
Become a skilled problem-solver with the capacity for independent thought. Gain confidence through real-world experience. Emerge with a wide range of scientific skills across quantification, modelling, investigation, experimentation and observation.
When you successfully complete the 16-month diploma from The College, you gain guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Science at Western Sydney University.
To apply, you don’t need an ATAR; all you need are ambition and the determination to work hard. Once you’re here, our mission is to make sure you have the supportive learning environment and flexibility you need to transform your life. That includes smaller class sizes with greater access to one-on-one teaching and support. Our Extended Diplomas also cover extra introductory subjects that will prepare you for success in your tertiary studies and beyond.
At The College, we’re dedicated to your success. We know that if you’re given a supportive learning environment with a dedicated team of educators, anything is possible. Our wide range of pathway options include University Foundation Studies, Extended Diplomas and Integrated Diploma/Bachelor programs. Your success starts here.
Program structure
Our program structure is outlined in our handbook. Here you can view all of the subjects you will be studying.
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Fees and delivery
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For further information, consult: Student Contribution Bands
Delivery: On campus
Fees: Varies depending on subjects selected.
For further information, consult: International Program Fees
Delivery: On Campus
Start your unlimited journey today.
Your career
This program may open the door to a career in:
- Government environmental agencies
- Patent work
- Quality control
- Environmental consulting laboratories
- Scientific equipment companies
- Science teaching
Your career
Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Laboratory Scientists conduct medical laboratory tests to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
Forensic Scientist
As a Forensic Scientist you'll provide impartial scientific evidence for use in courts of law to support the prosecution or defence in criminal and civil investigations. You'll be primarily concerned with searching for and examining contact trace material associated with crimes.
Secondary Teacher
With further study, you can become a Secondary School Teacher. You will teach one or more subjects and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
Research Scientist
Research Scientists plan and carry out experiments, analyse results and data, present your findings in scientific journals, carry out fieldwork, develop new products or apply new discoveries, test materials and teach and lecture.
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Apply now and start your unlimited journey.
*The tuition fees quoted above are the fees for the normal full-time study load of the program (80 credit points) per annum. International students will be subject to a variable fee regime; i.e. enrolled students will be required to pay fees during their program based on the approved fee for each calendar year. Fee changes (if any) will occur at 1 January each calendar year. Students who extend their program past the normal finish date of the program will be required to pay additional fees based on the prevailing fee level. Western Sydney University is a multi-campus institution. The University reserves the right to alter the location of its programs between campuses and other locations as necessary. Students should be aware of the possibility of change of location for the whole or part of programs for which they enrol and should plan for the need to travel between Western Sydney campuses.
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