Postgraduate Diploma in Science
Mixed Studies
A course by
AUT
A one-year postgraduate diploma designed to advance knowledge in science or computer and mathematical sciences, offering a wide selection of courses across scientific disciplines.
NZ$11,220
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced analytical skills
Apply sophisticated analytical methods to problems in science and mathematics.
Critical thinking and planning
Cultivate critical thinking, planning, and research skills relevant to multiple scientific domains.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Diploma in Science at AUT allows graduates to advance their understanding of science or computer and mathematical sciences through coursework drawn from the Master of Science. Students can tailor their studies from a broad array of subjects, including biology, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, environmental science, food science, marine science, genetics, microbiology, geospatial science, and more. The programme develops advanced analytical, planning, and critical thinking skills. Graduates are well-prepared for further postgraduate research or careers in scientific and technical fields.
Course Content
- Advanced topics in astronomy and astrophysics
- Neuroinformatics
- Data mining and machine learning
- Data warehousing and big data
- Artificial intelligence
- Nature inspired computing
- Mobile system development
- Advanced topics in applied mathematics
- Advanced financial modelling and analytics
- Mathematical modelling and simulation
- Stochastic modelling
- Advanced analytics
- Official statistics
- Optimisation and operation research
- Computational mathematics and statistics
- Scientific research, application and communication
- Biomedical science and technology
- Physical chemistry
- Chemistry for drug discovery
- Biological inorganic chemistry
- Molecular spectroscopy
- Global change biology
- Advanced environmental science
- Advanced food science and analysis
- Food microbiology
- Food product development
- Food processing and technology
- Contemporary molecular genetics
- Geospatial data visualisation and analysis
- Remote sensing data and geospatial solutions
Build towards these roles
Graduate scientist in chosen fieldsTechnical specialist roles in science, biotech, computing or environmental sectorsProgression to research degree or academic careerPolicy or advisory positions in science-related government or industry
Build skills in these industries
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