Certificate in STEM
Mixed Studies
A course by
University of Waikato
The Certificate in STEM is a flexible, 60-point undergraduate qualification for those seeking to strengthen their knowledge and skills across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It is ideal for both those entering STEM fields and educators wanting to upskill.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 6 months
Core skills this course teaches
Strengthened STEM knowledge
Graduates will develop a strengthened understanding and background across a range of STEM subjects, equivalent to one semester of university-level STEM study.
STEM teaching capability
Teachers with an existing qualification will be better prepared and more confident to teach STEM subjects at the primary or secondary level.
Address STEM teacher shortage
Develop skills to assist schools with addressing the shortage of STEM-qualified teachers.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in STEM, offered by the University of Waikato, enables students to boost their background in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, either full-time or part-time. The programme is suitable for a broad range of students, including teachers wishing to become STEM leaders. The certificate consists of four 100-level papers selected from a wide range of STEM subjects. Graduates will have a solid foundation for further STEM study and be equipped with skills in critical thinking, self-directed learning, and communication.
Course Content
- Four 100-level (or above) papers from STEM-related subjects:
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Ecology and Biodiversity
- Electronics
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Materials Science
- Mathematics
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Statistics
- Option to include a pedagogy paper relevant to STEM education
What you need to know first
NCEA University Entrance
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education
Science
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics
Future employment opportunities might be
Roles requiring broad STEM understanding