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Spring into a UTS science degree. Start in September. 

Why wait till the new year to realise your UTS goal? Study a UTS College Diploma of Science this September and you could start 2nd year UTS in 2025.* 

You'll also receive extensive personalised support to get you university-and career-ready.  

Enrol in our September intake today. FEE-HELP available.

UTS College – your way to UTS. 

Why study a Diploma of Science at UTS College?

-  Up to 48 credit points with guaranteed entry to UTS

 

Up to 48 credit points with guaranteed entry to UTS

- Direct entry to the second year of your UTS science degree*

Direct entry to the second year of your UTS science degree*

- Choice of two streams — Life Sciences or Physical Sciences

Choice of two streams — Life Sciences or Physical Sciences

- Open the door to a wide range of specialist undergraduate science degrees

Open the door to a wide range of specialist undergraduate science degrees

- Engage with hands-on practices that prepare you for a successful STEM career

Engage with hands-on practices that prepare you for a successful STEM career

Where the Diploma of Science will take you

The Diploma of Science provides guaranteed entry* to your UTS degree:

48 credit points towards a UTS Bachelor of Science in the following majors:
  • Applied Physics
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Nanotechnology
48 credit points towards the following UTS bachelor degrees:
  • Advanced Science (Pharmaceuticals)
  • Biomedical Physics
  • Biotechnology
  • Environmental Biology
  • Forensic Science
  • Marine Biology
  • Medical Science
  • Science
24 credit points towards the following UTS bachelor degrees:
  • Science in Analytics (24 credit points)
  • Bachelor of Science (major in Mathematics or Statistics - 24 credit points)
 

Science career areas

  • Agricultural Scientist
  • Chemist
  • Conservation Consultant
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Forensic DNA Analyst
  • Forensic Scientist
  • Geochemist
  • Health Officer
  • Immunologist
  • Laboratory Manager
  • Marine Biologist
  • Mathematician
  • Medical Practitioner
  • Microbiologist
  • Physicist
  • Researcher
  • Stock Market Analyst
  • Toxicologist

What subjects will I study?

  • Academic & Technical Communication
  • Chemistry 1
  • Nature and Evolution
  • Scientific Perspectives for Global Issues
  • Cell Biology and Genetics
  • Chemistry 2
  • Design, Data and Decisions
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Introduction to Mathematics (Extended Diploma only)
  • Introduction to Biology and Chemistry (Extended Diploma only)
  • Academic Communication (Extended Diploma only)

Diploma of Science – FAQs

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*Based on successful completion of your diploma. *The point where you enter your UTS degree depends on the program and major you choose.

^^Conditions apply. Academic entry is based on your HSC subject average  of English and your three best board-developed courses. HSC subject average eligibility:

  • 75% or higher: choose an 8-month Accelerated diploma or 12-month Standard diploma
  • 67% or higher: choose a 12-month Standard diploma or 16-month Extended diploma
  • 63% or higher: 16-month Extended diploma