New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 6)
Allied Health
A course by
UCOL
Gain the skills to become a laboratory technician with the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 6). This 1-year diploma prepares you for technical roles in science industries through advanced coursework and workplace placements.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
UCOL Manawatū, Palmerston North
It will take a total of 41 weeks
This course requires 38 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Understand workplace legislation and compliance
Apply compliance requirements of relevant legislation in an applied science workplace and apply industry-specific quality standards.
Workplace engagement
Engage actively in applied science workplaces and critically reflect on professional practice.
Conduct applied science investigations
Undertake investigation projects, evaluate and present data, and communicate using appropriate technology.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 6) at UCOL is a one-year full-time (or part-time) programme designed to prepare graduates for independent roles as laboratory technicians in a wide range of science and technology-related fields. The course includes advanced laboratory skills training, analytical chemistry, work placements, and covers compliance, quality, and workplace legislation. Graduates can work in manufacturing, regulatory industries, research, and development, and have a foundation for further study in scientific disciplines.
Course Content
- Applied Science Workplace Legislation
- Applied Science Work Placement 1
- Applied Science Investigation Project
- Quality Statistics for Applied Science
- Analytical Chemistry for Applied Science
- Advanced Culture Techniques for Applied Science
- Molecular Methodologies for Applied Science
- Applied Science Work Placement 2
What you need to know first
New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5) or equivalent Level 5 science qualification.
Special Admission: 20+ years of age with no Level 5 qualification, assessed for preparedness.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Science and Technology
Laboratory Services
Manufacturing
Regulatory industries
Research and Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Industrial laboratory technician