Diploma in Applied Science
Diploma in Applied Science
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 2 - 14 Jul 2025
November Summer School - 10 Nov 2025
Semester 1 - 23 Feb 2026
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Qualification
Certificate and Diplomas
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Duration
1 year full-time
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Credits
120
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
The Diploma in Applied Science from Lincoln University gives you a solid basis of scientific understanding and competence.
This is a one-year, full-time study programme that will expand your opportunities for further education or alternative career opportunities. The programme includes courses from the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
Programme information
One of the following:
- University Entrance through NCEA or an equivalent approved qualification.
- International qualifications. If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
- Special admission and other pathways.
*If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Pass eight courses (120 credits) at the 100 or 200 level chosen from the degree regulations for the Bachelor of Agricultural Science and/or the Bachelor of Science.
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)*
- Summer school (November)
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Entry requirements
One of the following:
- University Entrance through NCEA or an equivalent approved qualification.
- International qualifications. If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
- Special admission and other pathways.
*If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Pass eight courses (120 credits) at the 100 or 200 level chosen from the degree regulations for the Bachelor of Agricultural Science and/or the Bachelor of Science.
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in either:
- Semester 1 (late February)
- Semester 2 (mid-July)*
- Summer school (November)
Programme Structure
Select eight compulsory courses (120 credits) at the 100 or 200 level chosen from the degree regulations for the Bachelor of Science and / or the Bachelor of Agricultural Science.
A course advisor will help you to plan your study programme.
Year 1
First study semester
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First study semester
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Diploma in Applied Science Course List*
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Elective
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Elective
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Elective
Second study semester
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Second study semester
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Diploma in Applied Science Course List*
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Elective
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Elective
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Elective
- Elective courses
- Choose between an elective or the list below
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*Diploma in Applied Science Course List
List
Semester 1
- MGMT 103 - Primary Industry Systems 15 credits
- PHSC 101 - Chemistry IA 15 credits
- ANSC 213 - Livestock Production Science 15 credits
- MGMT 201 - Principles of Agricultural Systems 15 credits
- PLSC 204 - Plant Production Systems 15 credits
- SOSC 224 - Soil Management 15 credits
- BIOS 110 - Biological Sciences 15 credits
- ENSC 101 - Introduction to Earth and Ecological Sciences 15 credits
- BICH 207 - Biochemistry II 15 credits
- FERM 201 - Principles of Malting and Brewing 15 credits
- ECOL 202 - Biological Diversity 15 credits
- ECOL 204 - Molecular Ecology and Evolution 15 credits
- ENGN 201 - Precision Agriculture 15 credits
- ERST 202 - Environmental Analysis with Geographic Information Systems 15 credits
- ERST 203 - Environmental Monitoring and Resource Assessment 15 credits
- FOOD 201 - Processing Food for Consumers 15 credits
- FOOD 202 - Food Safety and Microbiology 15 credits
- MGMT 223 - The Food Regulatory Environment 15 credits
- ENSC 201 - Environmental Analytical Methods 15 credits
- WATR 202 - Water on Land: Quality and Quantity 15 credits
- LINC 101 - Land, People and Economies 15 credits
Semester 2
- ANSC 105 - Animal Science 15 credits
- PLSC 104 - Plant Science I 15 credits
- SOSC 106 - Soil Science I 15 credits
- QMET 201 - Biometrics 15 credits
- PHSC 103 - Environmental Physics 15 credits
- ENGN 106 - Structures and Land Surfaces 15 credits
- FOOD 101 - Food Quality and Consumer Acceptance 15 credits
- ANSC 207 - Animal Health 15 credits
- ECOL 293 - Field Ecology Methods 15 credits
- ENGN 230 - Food Engineering 15 credits
- ERST 201 - Environmental Analysis 15 credits
- HORT 272 - Fruit Crop Production 15 credits
- LINC 201 - Sustainable Futures 15 credits
- PLPT 203 - Plant Pest Management 15 credits
- PLSC 201 - Plant Science II: Plant Function 15 credits
- SOSC 222 - Soil Science II 15 credits
- SOSC 223 - Physical Landscapes: formation and function 15 credits
- WATR 201 - Freshwater Resources 15 credits
Programme contacts
Key information for students
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Need more info?
Email us on grow@lincoln.ac.nz
Or call us on 0800 10 60 10
If you're overseas, please call +64 3 423 0000
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