Research Studies in Science

About the course

In this Graduate Diploma course, you will develop particular expertise in medical, molecular, natural, physical, information, mathematical, vision or biological sciences within your choice of 8 units. Upon successful completion, you may enrol in a Masters degree with 1 year of credits (if applicable).

What you might learn

During the course, you will enrol into subjects to expand the student's knowledge and integrate theoretical & experimental approaches to solve problems. This will enable you to build on skills from your previous studies or enhance your skills in your current employment.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as research scientist, food laboratory technician, pathology laboratory technician, research support staff, laboratory technician, healthcare scientist, and etc. in companies including Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Merck & Co., Roche, and etc.

Campus

• Gold Coast, QLD
• Nathan, QLD

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

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*Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2020)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: payscale.com