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Applied Science 6
New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 6)
SX1707
Course details
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Feb 2022Jul 2022
- One year
- Full-time or Part-time
- $7,472*
- You may qualify for fee-free study under Fees Free Policy
- Level 6
- Available for International Students. International Fee Guideline
- Hamilton City Campus
Summary
Students in this programme will learn theoretical and technical knowledge in a specialised field of science such as:
Food technology is about the science of food. People who choose this pathway can work in entry level positions as food technologists who develop new food products, analyse the components of food, or; food safety officers who audit the food manufacturing industry.
Environmental technology is about the science of conservation, biosecurity and environmental management. People who choose this pathway can work in entry level positions as biosecurity officers who help manage pest animal and plant control, and help conserve local environments.
Biotechnology is about the 'doing' of science, this includes quality assurance of laboratory practices, the analysis of samples and reporting on sample results. People who choose this pathway can work in entry level positions as researchers or laboratory technicians.
This programme is highly practical. Alongside learning theory, students will spend time in the laboratory developing the essential practical skills that are useful in the workplace.
It is intended that students will complete Applied Science 5 before proceeding to this programme. After completing this programme students can progress into relevant employment, or into further study with the Bachelor of Technology.
The classes for this programme are usually four days a week, with an average of five hours per day in class/labs. Students will also be required to undertake self-directed study in their own time. Part-time study is available for this programme, however, there are a high number of laboratory hours required.
What you will learn
Students will undertake a compulsory work placement, and a minimum of seven elective modules totalling a minimum of 120 credits. Of the 120 credits, a minimum of 75 credits must be at Level 6 or above.
View programme modules
Note: no value in the pre/co-requisite columns means there are no pre/co-requisites for that module.
Group A: Compulsory Module all Contexts:
| Module Code | Module Title | Level | Credits | Pre-Requisites | Co-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCIE607 | Work Placement for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | At least 2 Applied Science modules level 6. This module can be taken only in the last semester of studies, unless approved otherwise by Programme Coordinator |
Group B: Elective Modules
| Module Code | Module Title | Level | Credits | Pre-Requisites | Co-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSCB601 | Food Microbiology for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | MICR501 | |
| CHEM601 | Analytical Chemistry for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | CHEM501; SCIE502 | |
| SCIE601 | Sensory Evaluation for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | ||
| FSCB602 | Food Chemistry for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | CHEM501; CHEM502 | |
| SCIE602 | Environmental Assessment for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | CHEM501; CHEM502; BIOL501; MICR501 | |
| SCIE603 | Quality Assurance and Statistics for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | ||
| SCIE604 | Molecular Methodologies for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | BIOL501; CHEM502 | |
| ECOL601 | Ecology for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | BIOL501 | |
| SCIE605 | Conservation and Biosecurity for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | ECOL601 | |
| SCIE606 | Process Engineering for Applied Science | 6 | 15 | PHYS501 | |
| CHEM501 | Chemistry for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| BIOL501 | Biology for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| MICR501 | Microbiology for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| CHEM502 | Organic Chemistry for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| FSCB501 | Food & Nutrition for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| SCIE504 | Environmental Issues | 5 | 15 | ||
| PHYS501 | Physics for Applied Science | 5 | 15 | ||
| Any other approved 15 credit module | 5 or 6 | 15 |
Career/further opportunities
Graduates may be employed in technical positions in a specialised field of science in manufacturing and regulatory industries, field work, research and development, or continue onto higher levels of study. Many of our graduates work in laboratories after completing this programme.
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Entry criteria
You can apply for this programme if you meet one of the below options.
Based on study completed after school (tertiary study)
- Completed the New Zealand Diploma in Applied Science (Level 5);
- Or a recognised equivalent.
Based on discretionary entrance
If you don’t meet any of the above options, and you think you have what it takes to complete this programme, you can apply for discretionary entrance. Your application may be accepted if you can demonstrate a good chance of success. Approval of discretionary entrance applications is decided by the relevant manager. If your application is approved, your acceptance into further programmes relies on you demonstrating success in this programme.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.0 in the academic band, with no individual band score lower than 5.5; or equivalent.
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Your first day
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Students beginning July 2021
Date: Monday 19 July 2021
Time: 8am-4pm
Venue: Room DG.20, D Block, City Campus
Please bring a pen and paper with you on your first day, and be prepared to stay for classes if necessary.
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