Graduate Certificate in Science

About the course

UNE’s Graduate Certificate in Science provides intensive postgraduate study to help you refine or update your science expertise. Delivered flexibly online or on campus, it is designed for graduates seeking to upskill in a rapidly changing STEM environment. The course offers a choice of majors and can provide a pathway to further research study. This is a Graduate Certificate in Sciences. The programme deepens scientific methodology, data interpretation, and applied research skills for laboratory and field-based careers.

Career outcome

This qualification can strengthen or broaden your science knowledge for roles across laboratory, field and data-focused environments in government, industry and research settings. It may support career development in areas such as scientific analysis, technical work, environmental and earth sciences, and STEM-related project roles, depending on your chosen major and background. This is a Graduate Certificate in Sciences. Preparing graduates for research scientist, laboratory leadership, and specialist technical roles in the sciences.

Entry requirements

Entry is based on a bachelor or postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (or overseas equivalent).

Living Costs in Armidale**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 851 - 1,125	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 764 - 1,010
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 5	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 365 - 483

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)