Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science
Other Science
A course by
Lincoln University
Cultivate advanced abilities to apply science to key industries including agriculture, as well as the management of the planet and its precious resources. This flexible, one-year postgraduate diploma covers subjects in agriculture, applied science, and resource management.
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(120 Credits)
STUDY FREE
$ENQUIRE
Interested in this course? Enquire now for Domestic & International pricing
Free study? Yep, it’s possible. Find out if you qualify.
This course starts anytime
(120 Credits)
Core skills this course teaches
Apply advanced scientific knowledge to real-world problems
Develop the ability to use scientific methodology and knowledge to tackle contemporary issues in industries including agriculture, environmental management, and resource conservation.
Specialise in a selected scientific discipline
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science is designed to develop advanced skills in the practical application of scientific knowledge to key industry problems in areas such as agriculture, biosphere management, conservation, medicine, communications, and transport. The programme offers flexibility with subject areas ranging from soil science and transport studies to environmental management, enabling graduates to solve real-world issues across multiple scientific domains. This diploma can be taken as a standalone qualification or as a pathway to a Master's degree.
Course Content
- Applied Science Courses
- Electives in science disciplines
- Soil Physics
- Soil Fertility and Management
- Soil Chemistry
- Soil Resources
- Biochemistry (General, Plant, Protein, Cell Physiology)
- Ecology (Research Methods, Conservation Biology, Advanced Ecology, Animal Behaviour, Wildlife Management)
- Resource Studies (Advanced Theory, Risk and Resilience, Economics in Environmental Policy, Advanced Urban and Regional Planning, Professional Planning Methods)
- Agribusiness Organisations
- International Agribusiness Systems
- Agribusiness in Developing Economies
- Tourism Management and Tourist Behaviour
- Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
- Events and Festivals: Contexts and Concepts
- Sport, Physical Activity and Fitness
- Management Research Methods
- Planning and Assessing International Development Projects
- Applied Research Methods
- Social Science Research Methods (Quantitative and Qualitative)
- Mana Kaitiaki (Māori Resource Management)
- Water Management, Policy and Planning
- Finance, Futures and Options
- International Trade
- Aspects of Sustainability: An International Perspective
Find these employment opportunities
Applied scientist in industry or governmentEnvironmental/resource managerConsultant in agriculture or environmental sciencePolicy analystProject management in science-led sectors
