Explore a scientific career in just one year
Do you like technology and solving problems? Or do you just love learning about how the world works? In this one-year program, you’ll explore the role science and technology play in our everyday lives, and how data can be used to solve real-world challenges.
Do you like technology and solving problems? Or do you just love learning about how the world works? In this one-year program, you’ll explore the role science and technology play in our everyday lives, and how data can be used to solve real-world challenges.
You’ll study foundation courses in core scientific fields like biology, chemistry and ecology, as well as ‘Big Idea’ modules that introduce you to the cutting edge of science, research and technology. You’ll also work in the lab and in the field to build your skills in investigation, presenting data and critical analysis.
Explore your career options with elective courses in Environmental Science, general Science or Animal Ecology, and learn how to use technology to achieve your study and career goals.
On successful completion of the Diploma in Science and Technology, you will receive direct entry and 96 units of credit towards your choice of the following degrees:
Program structure
College Courses (3)
UCC101 Exercise in Cardiorespiratory and Metabolic Health
UCC102 Exercise in Musculoskeletal Health
Plus one (1) course from:
UCC104 Sports Nutrition
UCC109 Exercise Management in Chronic Disease
Discipline Courses (5)
Plus choose 5 introductory discipline courses from the following:
ANM100 Exercise in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
ANM102 Advanced Professional Experience in Clinical Exercise Science (Honours)A
ANM103 Advanced Professional Experience in Clinical Exercise Science (Honours)
ANM104 Exercise in Neurological Rehabilitation
ENS103 Clinical Exercise Honours Thesis: Honours
LFS100 Advanced Professional Experience in Clinical Exercise Science (Honours)C
MTH103 Advanced Professional Experience in Clinical Exercise Science (Honours) D
SCI102 Communication and Thought
SCI105 Business Analytics
SCI110 Accounting for Business
SCI113 Introduction to Informatics
Total units: 96
Recommended study sequences
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Sippy Downs) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- Recommended study sequences for Diploma in Science and Technology
- (Fraser Coast) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Fraser Coast) Semester 2 commencement (July)
- (Moreton Bay) Semester 1 commencement (February)
- (Moreton Bay) Semester 2 commencement (July)
Program requirements and notes
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 96 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses)
- Most courses are valued at 12 units unless otherwise specified
Recommended courses
After successfully completing the Diploma in Science and Technology, you will receive direct entry and 96 units of credit into your choice of the following USC bachelor's degrees. If you plan to study one of these degrees after completing your diploma, you should follow the recommended study sequence for your preferred degree. This will ensure you achieve the maximum credit available.
Bachelor of Animal Ecology
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Fraser Coast – Semester 1 (February) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Introduction to Economics UCC102 Management and Organisational Behaviour Choose 1 from: UCC104 Introduction to Marketing UCC109 Business Law and Ethics Choose 1 from: LFS100 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility ANM100 Accounting Principles ANM102 Introduction to Economics |
ANM103 Introduction to Management ANM104 Communication and Thought SCI102 Business Analytics SCI110 Introduction to Marketing |
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Moreton Bay – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Introduction to Informatics UCC102 Business Law and Ethics ANM103 Financial Accounting SCI102 Law of Business Associations |
|
| Year 2 |
ANM100 Business Finance LFS100 Company Accounting SCI110 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility Choose 1 from: UCC104 Management Accounting UCC109 Taxation Law and Practice |
USC Fraser Coast – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
Choose 1 from: UCC104 Contemporary Accounting Issues UCC109 Auditing and Professional Practice ANM103 Communication and Thought SCI102 Cell Biology SCI110 Introduction to Dietetics |
|
| Year 2 |
UCC101 Science Research Methods UCC102 Human Physiology ANM100 Food in Society LFS100 Public Health Foundations |
USC Moreton Bay – Semester 1 (February) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Chemistry UCC102 Systemic Physiology I Choose 1 from: UCC104 Biochemistry UCC109 Food Studies Choose 1 from: ANM100 Principles of Nutrition ANM102 Systemic Physiology II |
ANM103 Nutrition Assessment ANM104 Public Health Nutrition SCI102 Nutritional Biochemistry SCI110 Pathophysiology |
Bachelor of Environmental Science
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Fraser Coast, USC Moreton Bay – Semester 1 (February) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Medical Nutrition Therapy 1 UCC102 Epidemiology and Biostatistics ENS103 Nutrition Communication Choose 1 from: UCC104 Complementary Nutrition UCC109 Sport and Exercise Nutrition |
SCI102 Advanced Public Health Nutrition SCI110 Medical Nutrition Therapy 2 SCI105 Food Service Systems Choose 1 from: ANM103 Counselling and Communication Skills for Dietetics ANM104 Nutrition and Dietetic Skills |
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Moreton Bay – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Nutrition and Dietetics Research and Evaluation UCC102 Medical NutritionTherapy Placement Choose 1 from: UCC104 Food Service Placement UCC109 Community and Public Health Nutrition SCI102 Nutrition and Dietetic Practice Management |
|
| Year 2 |
ENS103 Communication and Thought SCI110 Business Analytics SCI105 Accounting for Business Choose 1 from: ANM100 Introduction to Informatics ANM102 Introduction to Economics LFS100 Management and Organisational Behaviour MTH103 Introduction to Marketing SCI113 Introduction to Tourism, Leisure and Events |
USC Fraser Coast – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Tourism and Leisure Policy and Planning SCI102 Sustainable Tourism, Leisure and Event Management SCI105 Business Law and Ethics SCI110 Tourism, Leisure and Special Interests |
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| Year 2 |
UCC102 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility ENS103 Event Management Choose 1 from: UCC104 Technology and Innovation in Tourism, Leisure and Events UCC109 Business Events Choose 1 from: ANM100 Introduction to Criminology ANM102 Introduction to Psychology A LFS100 Research Methods and Analysis 1 MTH103 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology SCI113 Understanding Crime |
Bachelor of Science
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Fraser Coast, USC Moreton Bay – Semester 1 (February) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Punishment and Corrections UCC102 Policing LFS100 Introduction to Psychology B SCI113 Professional Development |
SCI102 Physiological Psychology SCI105 Research Methods and Analysis 2 SCI110 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence Choose 1 from: UCC104 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science UCC109 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice |
USC Sunshine Coast, USC Moreton Bay – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
UCC101 Professional Placement UCC102 Introduction to Cyber Crime SCI102 Justice and the Australian Legal System Choose 1 from: UCC104 Social Psychology UCC109 Interpersonal and Group Skills |
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| Year 2 |
SCI105 Crime Research Methods SCI110 Working with Victims and Offenders SCI113 International Justice and Human Rights LFS100 Professional Ethics and Integrity Management |
USC Fraser Coast – Semester 2 (July) commencement
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
| Year 1 |
SCI102 Diversity, Crime and Justice SCI105 Introduction to Human Development SCI110 Criminal Profiling & Intelligence Choose 1 from: UCC104 Homicide, Investigations & Forensic Science UCC109 Youth Justice & Restorative Justice |
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| Year 2 |
UCC101 Professional Placement UCC102 Introduction to Cyber Crime LFS100 Applied Crime Prevention SCI113 Criminal Law |