Diploma of Science (UniLink) (8 months)

Study the Diploma of Science (UniLink) to build a career using physics, biology, chemistry and mathematics. You’ll learn how to conduct research and solve conceptual problems, working both individually and as part of a team.

Gain practical skills in data modelling and computer-based analysis, as well as a broad understanding of laboratory analyses and chemical reactions. The topics covered seek to blend a range of key scientific skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs.

Our UniLink diplomas are designed to provide a seamless connection from diploma to bachelor degree. They’re an alternative pathway – with a next-gen difference You’ll join our thriving Hawthorn campus community and gain access to all the same Swinburne facilities as your degree peers, with additional support – more one-on-one time with your teachers and smaller class sizes.

Your career opportunities
After completion of the chosen bachelor degree, graduates may find employment in a wide range industries and associated areas.

Forensic scientist
Pathologist
Sustainability analyst
Meteorologist and climate modeller
Astrophysicist

If you’re currently in Year 12 or have completed Year 12 in the last seven years, you’ll be considered for admission to undergraduate courses primarily based on whether you have successfully completed the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), or an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

Swinburne's English for Academic Purposes (EAP 4 Upper Intermediate level) with overall 65%, all skills 60%

minimum IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0

TOEFL iBT (internet-based) 50 (no less than 5 in reading, 5 in listening, 14 in speaking, 15 in writing)

C1 Advanced 162, no band less than 154

Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 42 (no communicative skills less than 36)

any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency.