Diploma of Science

What is anatomy? 

Anatomy is the study of the structure of the human body. It focuses on how our body parts interact to create our capacity to move, feel and think. Anatomy examines the macroscopic and microscopic structure of the body. This includes the anatomy of the developing body and evolutionary or comparative anatomy including biological anthropology. 

Anatomy Diploma subjects 

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Anatomy subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
• Mathematics 1B 
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
• Communication & Academic Literacy 

What is biology? 

Biology is the study of life and living organisms. These areas include botany, ecology, marine biology and zoology. Botany looks at all aspects of plants and their relation to the environment. Ecologists study the distribution and abundance of organisms as well as the structure and function of ecosystems. Marine biology is about life in the ocean, estuaries and other coastal environments. Zoology looks at the structure, behaviour, habits, genetics, distribution, evolution and classification of animals. 

Biology Diploma subjects 

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Biology subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy 
  

What is chemistry? 

Chemistry looks at the world around us, to assess the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of materials. Chemists develop cutting edge technologies to deliver solutions to societal challenges such as energy generation and storage, to service a growing population and demand; develop new drugs to aid society, and engage in many other beneficial research and development projects. 

Chemistry Diploma subjects 

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Chemistry subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A 
  
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy 

What is food science?

Food science is the discipline that applies science to all aspects involving food. This includes the production, handling, processing, preserving, and nutritional analysis of food. You will gain an understanding of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, the chemical components of food. This relatively new discipline is driven to a large degree by market demands of easy-to-prepare foods, which are safe to consume yet maintain their nutritional value.  

Food science Diploma subjects 

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Food science subjects 

• Mathematics 1A
  
• Mathematics 1B
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A
  
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B (Elective)
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life
  
• Molecules, Cells & Genes
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences (Elective)
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology (Elective)

What is genetics? 

Genetics is the study of genes, the blueprint of life, which are fundamental to all living organisms. Genes influence every characteristic of an organism, such as its appearance, behaviour, and susceptibility to disease. Genes can be influenced by the environment, affecting the development and maintenance of whole organisms. The combination of molecular and more traditional genetics has allowed us to solve problems in applications ranging from molecular genetics to human disease, plant breeding, microbiology and conservation biology. 

Genetics Diploma subjects 

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Genetics subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy 

What is marine & coastal science? 

Marine & coastal science offers a unique opportunity to study across both physical and biological aspects of the marine environment. Biologists, geologists and oceanographers strive to learn more about the oceans so we can both use and protect this valuable resource. Marine biologists work with geologists who study the topography of the ocean floor, sediments and marine resources; with physical oceanographers who study the waves, currents and tides; or with chemists who study the chemical composition of seawater, including the concentrations of pollutants and nutrients. 

Marine & coastal science Diploma subjects 

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Marine & coastal science subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is materials science? 

Material science is the study of the properties and associated uses of materials including metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, nanomaterials and biomaterials. Material scientists develop high performance materials, engineer new applications, develop and customise innovative processing techniques, predict and analyse the performance of materials, and manage commercial material production. As a material scientist you can pursue a career in mining, hospitals, regulatory bodies, research institutions, tertiary education, medical device manufacturing and the biotechnology industry. 

Materials science Diploma subjects 

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Materials science subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A 
  
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is mathematics? 

Mathematics provides the fundamental understanding of nature, technology and commerce. Data and factual information can be interpreted using the techniques and theory of statistics. Graduates are highly sought after for employment in a diverse range of professions in areas including the sciences, finance, insurance, computing, and environmental modelling. 

Mathematics Diploma subjects 

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Mathematics subjects 

Option one 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A 
  
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy 
  

Option two 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is microbiology? 

Microbiology is the study of the smallest organisms and their impacts. Micro-organisms are the oldest known and most diverse forms of life that we know about. They are beneficial in areas such as baking, brewing, the manufacture of dairy foods and pharmaceuticals. On the other hand, some forms of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa and archaea may cause disease and spoil our food. 

Microbiology Diploma subjects 

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Microbiology subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is molecular & cell biology? 

Molecular & cell biology marries biochemistry, genomics, and cell biology providing a new approach for the study of living organisms. Molecular biology represents a fundamental component of biological and medical science and has increasingly important roles to play in many aspects of modern medicine, genetics, evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, biotechnology and genomics. 

Molecular & cell biology Diploma subjects 

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Molecular & cell biology subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is pathology? 

Pathology is the study of diseases such as infections and cancers, and their processes, such as inflammation, at the genetic, molecular, cellular and organ levels. Pathologists examine the origins of diseases and their importance in the diagnosis of these diseases. You will become familiar with examining both macroscopic specimens and the microscopic differences between normal and abnormal cells, tissues and organs.  

Pathology Diploma subjects 

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Pathology subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is pharmacology? 

Pharmacology examines the interaction between drugs and living systems, particularly molecular interactions of drugs at the organ, tissue and cellular level. The study of pharmacology plays an increasingly important part in medicine as well as being of central importance in the education of pharmacists, toxicologists and veterinarians. A career as a pharmacologist could take you into the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries in the areas of research, testing, administration and management of drugs. 

Pharmacology Diploma subjects 

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Pharmacology subjects 

• Pharmacology courses 
  
• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Molecules, Cells and Genes 
  
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences 
  
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is physical oceanography? 

Physical oceanography involves an understanding of the mathematical equations that describe fluid flow, and how these are used in the context of the oceans. It is essential to understanding climate change and global warming. You will gain an understanding of what controls coastal ocean currents, water-mass formation, upwelling, storm surges and large-scale ocean flow. You will also learn about the dynamics of a range of ocean processes, including waves, tides, beach currents and the El-Nino/Southern Oscillation. A background in oceanography can be applied to disciplines such as climatology, the dynamics of marine populations and the dynamic structure of marine and coastal habitats.   

Physical oceanography Diploma subjects 

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Physical oceanography subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A 
  
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is physics? 

Physics is the most basic and fundamental science and the laws of physics govern the behaviour of the universe. The study of physics looks at the nature and properties of matter and energy. You will be challenged to develop critical thinking skills, an ability to pose challenging questions, and solve problems. Physicists’ strong analytical and problem solving skills, coupled with their strong mathematical skills makes them useful in many industries such as communications, computing, electronics, finance and biomedical technology. 

Physics Diploma subjects 

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Physics subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A 
  
• Higher Physics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy 
  
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life 
  
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering 
  
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is physiology? 

Physiology examines how our body, organs, tissues and cells work as part of an integrated system. It describes the fundamental properties of living systems. Physiology is one of the major foundations of medicine and underpins biomedical study and research. Graduates are employed in various medical and health-related settings including hospitals as exercise physiologists, in rehabilitation, in sports institutes, government organisations, health administration and biomedical research. 

Physiology Diploma subjects 

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Physiology subjects 

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life
• Molecules, Genes and Cells
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences
• Evolutionary & Functional Biology
• Communication & Academic Literacy

What is statistics? 

Statistics is the process of posing questions and seeking answers by collecting and analysing suitable data. A career in statistics can take you into various fields including agriculture, medical research, industrial research, forensic science, market research, environmental science and quality assurance. This mode of inquiry also features prominently in the decision-making processes of both commerce and government through methods such as census. 

Statistics Diploma subjects 

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Statistics subjects 

Option One

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
  
• Higher Physics 1A or Physics 1A
• Higher Physics 1B or Physics 1B
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life
• Design & Application of Materials in Science & Engineering
• Communication & Academic Literacy

Option Two

• Mathematics 1A 
  
• Mathematics 1B 
• Chemistry A: Atoms, Molecules & Energy
• Chemistry B: Elements, Compounds & Life
• Molecules, Cells and Genes
• Applied Biomolecular Sciences
• Evolutionary and Functional Biology
• Communication & Academic Literacy