Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 2 - 15 Jul 2024
Semester 1 - 17 Feb 2025
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diplomas
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Duration
1 year full-time
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Credits
120
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
Cultivate your advanced abilities to apply science to key industries including agriculture, as well as the management of the planet and its precious resources.
Study for free
If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Part time study options may be available. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more here.
About this programme
Lincoln University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science focuses on nurturing your advanced understanding of how science can be applied to problem-solving in industries such as agriculture, medicine, communications and transport.
And now of crucial importance, the role science plays in management and conservation of our biosphere and its precious resources. This one-year senior study programme offers flexibility.
Subject areas range from soil science and transport studies to environmental management. Plus you have the option to staircase your study towards a Master’s degree.
Programme information
Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 120 credits in total from the schedule to the regulations of the relevant master's degree.
What's it going to cost?
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Learn more here.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
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Entry requirements
Completion of a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B- average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
- Pass 120 credits in total from the schedule to the regulations of the relevant master's degree.
What's it going to cost?
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science is covered by our fee waiver. If you're a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, you may be able to study this programme for free. Learn more here.
If you are an international student, see our list of International Fees.
Programme Structure
This is usually a single year, full-time study qualification. You’re required to achieve 120 credits from the schedule of courses, matching the regulations of the relevant master’s degree.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science is a highly flexible programme.
Year 1
First study Semester
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First study Semester
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Applied Science Courses*
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Elective
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Elective
Second study semester
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Second study semester
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Applied Science Courses*
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Elective
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Elective
- Elective courses
- Refer to the list below
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*Applied Science Courses
List
Semester 1
- FINC 603 - Commercial Banking 20 credits
- MGMT 638 - Agribusiness Organisations 20 credits
- TOUR 603 - Tourism Management 20 credits
- SOSC 629 - Soil Physics 20 credits
- BICH 601 - General Biochemistry 40 credits
- BICH 636 - Plant Biochemistry 20 credits
- ECOL 608 - Research Methods in Ecology 20 credits
- ECOL 609 - Conservation Biology 20 credits
- ECOL 631 - Animal Behaviour 20 credits
- MICR 604 - Advanced Microbiology 20 credits
- RECN 640 - Events and Festivals: Contexts and Concepts 20 credits
- RECN 604 - Sport, Physical Activity and Fitness 20 credits
- ERST 601 - Advanced Theory in Resource Studies 20 credits
- SOCI 601 - Social Science Research Methods (Quantitative) 20 credits
- ERST 604 - Advanced Urban, Regional and Resource Planning 20 credits
- ERST 609 - Advanced Risk and Resilience 20 credits
- SOSC 630 - Soil Fertility and Management 20 credits
- MGMT 615 - Planning and Assessing International Development Projects 20 credits
- ECON 615 - Applied Research Methods 20 credits
- MGMT 611 - Management Research Methods 20 credits
- ERST 606 - Advanced Geographic Information Systems A 20 credits
- ERST 632 - Economics in Environmental Policy 20 credits
Semester 2
- ERST 636 - Aspects of Sustainability: An International Perspective 20 credits
- FINC 604 - Finance, Futures and Options 20 credits
- MGMT 624 - International Agribusiness Systems 20 credits
- MAST 603 - Mana Kaitiaki (Māori Resource Management) 20 credits
- RECN 626 - Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism 20 credits
- TOUR 604 - Tourist Behaviour 20 credits
- SOSC 628 - Soil Chemistry 20 credits
- SOSC 627 - Soil Resources 20 credits
- BICH 633 - Protein Biochemistry 20 credits
- BICH 634 - Plant Cell Physiology 20 credits
- SOCI 602 - Social Science Research Methods (Qualitative) 20 credits
- ERST 624 - Advanced Professional Planning Methods and Practice 20 credits
- RECN 627 - Advanced Sport and Recreation Management 20 credits
- PSYC 602 - Advanced Social Psychology of Wellbeing 20 credits
- ECOL 612 - Wildlife Management 20 credits
- ECON 602 - International Trade 20 credits
- ERST 621 - Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment 20 credits
- WATR 603 - Water Management, Policy and Planning 20 credits
Degree staircasing
You can use the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science to staircase your study for a Master’s Degree. If this appeals, please discuss your course options with a course advisor for one of the Master’s level qualifications that you’re interested in to ensure you make the most appropriate selection.
Programme contacts
Key information for students
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