Diploma in Science

About the course

UNE’s Diploma in Science is a one-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) pathway course designed for students new to science. It builds scientific literacy and foundational knowledge across a range of disciplines while developing communication and problem-solving skills. You complete core science foundation units, then choose broader science study or tailor your interests through minors. This is a Diploma in Sciences. The programme develops laboratory safety, sample handling, and basic analytical techniques for technical roles.

Career outcome

Graduates gain broad scientific foundations and transferable skills suited to support entry into further university study or roles that value scientific literacy. The course helps develop communication and problem-solving capabilities applicable across science-related workplaces and technical environments, and can be a stepping stone into more specialised undergraduate science degrees. This is a Diploma in Sciences. Preparing graduates for laboratory assistant, quality control, and science technician roles, or degree articulation.

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)