About Postgraduate Diploma In Science – Pgdipsci in Aspire2 International

Gain a more in-depth understanding of your scientific subject area and boost your career opportunities with a PGDipSc.

The Diploma will take you one year of full-time study during which you'll further develop your skills in laboratory work, data analysis and scientific communication. The programme can also provide a pathway into Master's study.

You'll take courses worth a total of 120 points, and with most subjects you can choose whether to include a 30-point research project.

If you want to gain advanced scientific knowledge and have a B average in your subject area, then a PGDipSc is a good option for you. Victoria also offers a number of specialist postgraduate diplomas.

If you don't have the required background for entry into these programmes, you could do a Graduate Diploma in Science instead.

To be accepted into this programme you will need:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• To be accepted by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study
• To be a registered health professional

Aspire 2 International school Tuition Fees

New Zealand Living Expenses

You'll require between $20,000 and $25,000 a year ($380–480 per week) for housing/rent, food, transportation, phone bills, internet usage, and entertainment, in addition to your tuition and insurance fees. The average living expense will be the same for everyone, regardless of their tuition or course price. Please keep in mind that these are only suggestions; the Immigration New Zealand requirement is $15,000 per year including return travel or an additional $2,000.