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Do you like to learn at a steady pace? Our Standard course delivers the same content as Accelerated, just spread out over 12 months. You'll find this ideal if you want to focus on your studies while enjoying your new life in Australia.
Fees$38,000

FEE-HELP available for eligible domestic students.
UTS College reserves the right to vary fees at any time. You should factor in the likelihood of an annual UTS College fee increase into your budget.

Duration3 trimesters (12 months)
CRICOS code070301G
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) to be offered to both domestic and international students and is recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Entry requirements

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Academic

If you do not meet the academic requirements consider our UTS Foundation Studies.

English

IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing or UTS College AE4 with pass grade.

Find out about accepted alternative English language qualifications at UTS College. 

If you do not meet the English requirements consider our English Language Courses or our Extended Diploma

General

Important note on minimum age requirement

Students are normally expected to be at least 17 years of age at commencement of the Diploma course. Where a student has satisfied both English and Academic entry requirements for the diploma course but is 16 years of age they may start the course. Students under the age of 16 at course commencement will not be given an offer.

Articulation to a UTS degree

International and domestic students: *subject to successful completion of the diploma – passing all units in the diploma course.
Domestic students: there is no GPA requirement to articulate to a Science degree from the Diploma of Science.

Physical Sciences Stream
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Semester 2

Semester 3

Life Sciences Stream
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Semester 2

Semester 3

Do you thrive under pressure? Our accelerated course is the fastest way to get into a UTS degree, but it's not for everyone. The workload is intense and you'll need to be dedicated to your studies to succeed.
Fees$38,000

FEE-HELP available for eligible domestic students.
UTS College reserves the right to vary fees at any time. You should factor in the likelihood of an annual UTS College fee increase into your budget.

Duration2 trimesters (8 months)
CRICOS code070302F
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA) to be offered to both domestic and international students and is recognised by the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Entry requirements

Choose country or region where you completed secondary schooling

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Academic

If you do not meet the academic requirements consider our UTS Foundation Studies.

English

IELTS: 6.0 overall with 6.0 in writing or UTS College AE4 with pass grade.

Find out about accepted alternative English language qualifications at UTS College. 

If you do not meet the English requirements consider our English Language Courses or our Extended Diploma

General

Important note on minimum age requirement

Students are normally expected to be at least 17 years of age at commencement of the Diploma course. Where a student has satisfied both English and Academic entry requirements for the diploma course but is 16 years of age they may start the course. Students under the age of 16 at course commencement will not be given an offer.

Articulation to a UTS degree

International and domestic students: *subject to successful completion of the diploma – passing all units in the diploma course.
Domestic students: there is no GPA requirement to articulate to a Science degree from the Diploma of Science.

Physical Sciences Stream
Subjects

Semester 1

Semester 2

Life Sciences Stream
Subjects

Semester 1

Semester 2

The Diploma of Science is designed to empower you to apply scientific thinking and analysis to important issues impacting the world today. Your work as a scientist has the potential to change the future and help solve some of the challenges humanity faces.

We offer two pathways, Life Sciences and Physical Sciences, both of which guarantee entry to 2nd year study at UTS. You will experience practical lab work, small team projects and have the benefit of using world-class facilities including the UTS Science Super Lab and Anatomy facility.

You will be learning from enthusiastic teachers who have a passion for science. Your curriculum is aligned to UTS Bachelor of Science students first year, which means you will be joining the second year of Science at UTS at the same level as your peers. On successful completion of your diploma, you will receive up to 48 credit points towards most UTS Science degrees*.

*Subject to successful completion of the diploma and depends on the course you choose.

Leads to the following majors at UTS

  • Physics
  • Advanced Science (Pharmaceuticals)
  • Advanced Science (Pre-medicine)
  • Advanced Science (Quantum Technology)
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Environmental Biology
  • Forensic Science
  • Marine Biology
  • Mathematics
  • Medical Science
  • Science
Modes of study - This course is delivered full time and face-to-face in scheduled on-campus classes.

Modes of study

This course is delivered full time and face-to-face in scheduled on-campus classes.

Assessment methods - Assessment methods in the Diploma of Science include online quizzes (multiple-choice, calculations, open-ended questions); presentations (group and individual); written case studies; written reflections; written assignments/ lab reports (group and individual); and final exams (multiple-choice, calculations, and open-ended questions).

Assessment methods

Assessment methods in the Diploma of Science include online quizzes (multiple-choice, calculations, open-ended questions); presentations (group and individual); written case studies; written reflections; written assignments/ lab reports (group and individual); and final exams (multiple-choice, calculations, and open-ended questions).

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Important dates

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Course intake & start dates

Semester 1 intake 24 February 2025 28 March 2025
Semester 2 intake 10 June 2025 11 July 2025
Semester 3 intake 22 September 2025 24 October 2025

Orientation dates

Semester 1: 24 - 28 February 2025
Semester 2: 10 - 13 June 2025
Semester 3: 22 - 26 September 2025
Semester 1 intake 23 February 2026 27 March 2026
Semester 2 intake 9 June 2026 10 July 2026
Semester 3 intake 21 September 2026 23 October 2026

Orientation dates

Semester 1: 23 - 27 February 2026
Semester 2: 9 - 12 June 2026
Semester 3: 21 - 25 September 2026