Diploma in Science and Technology – DipScTech
Other Science
A course by
Massey University
A flexible one-year diploma providing a broad foundation in science and technology, designed for students wishing to take a range of science-focused courses, with options for personalisation across biological, physical, and computational sciences.
NZ$8,925
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Core skills this course teaches
Fundamental knowledge in science and technology
Gain foundational understanding of concepts across a wide range of science and technology fields.
Disciplinary breadth
Develop multi-disciplinary perspectives through course selection in biological, physical, computational, and applied sciences.
About This Course
The Diploma in Science and Technology (DipScTech) at Massey University is a flexible, undergraduate-level qualification (NZQF Level 5) that allows students to select courses from a wide range of science and technology disciplines. The diploma can be completed in 1 year of full-time study (120 credits) and is suitable for those seeking a shorter qualification, professional upskilling, or a pathway toward further studies such as a bachelor’s degree. Students may tailor their programme to their interests by choosing courses from biological sciences, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, computer science, environmental science, and more. The diploma is open to both domestic and international students, offered at Auckland and Manawatū campuses, and can also be studied online via distance learning.
Course Content
- Choose from courses in Agribusiness, Animal Science, Agriculture and Horticulture, Plant Biology, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Engineering, Geography, Nutritional Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Biology, Psychology, Natural Resource Management, Soil Science, Academic Writing, Physiology, Ecology, Zoology, Genetics, Health Sciences, Building and Construction, Engineering Studies, Critical Thinking, Public Health, Earth Science, Sport and Exercise Science, Māori Resource and Environmental Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Natural Sciences, Process and Environmental Technology, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Health, and Equine.
- Structure: 120 credits drawn from science and technology courses. 90 credits from the schedule, 30 credits as electives.
- Majority of available courses are from the Bachelor of Science and its majors.
- Flexibility to choose 100-level to 300-level courses (subject to prerequisites).
Entry Requirements
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