313284 v.1 Graduate Diploma in Science
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
This course is designed for graduates who wish to enhance their knowledge in the mathematical or science areas. It provides fundamental concepts and develops analytical and problem solving skills. This course may be especially attractive to secondary mathematics and science teachers wishing to obtain a deeper understanding in one or more areas, appropriate for teaching at upper secondary level. This course can only be undertaken on a part time basis.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary educational institution. At least one TEE Science subject and one TEE Mathematics subject or equivalent.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is of two years duration, part-time only.
Special Note
Units must be chosen in consultation with the course coordinator.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 7062 | v.6 | Mathematics 101 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 10926 | v.5 | Mathematics 103 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 305639 | v.1 | Mathematics 135 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 304741 | v.2 | Physics 115 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 310532 | v.1 | Statistical Data Analysis 102 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7054 | v.5 | Physics 113 | 5.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7230 | v.6 | Chemistry 181 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7231 | v.6 | Chemistry 182 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7390 | v.5 | Physics 114 | 4.5 | 12.5 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 302804 | v.3 | Physics 101 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 307587 | v.1 | Computing Skills 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310984 | v.1 | Scientific Computing 101 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7031 | v.5 | Geology 101 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7039 | v.5 | Chemistry 101 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 302286 | v.1 | Mathematical Modelling 102 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305415 | v.3 | Physics 102 | 4.5 | 25.0 | |
| 305640 | v.1 | Mathematics 136 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307554 | v.1 | Science Communications 101 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 307590 | v.2 | Statistical Data Analysis 101 | 3.0 | 12.5 | |
| 7032 | v.5 | Geology 102 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7040 | v.6 | Chemistry 102 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7063 | v.6 | Mathematics 102 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7492 | v.5 | Mathematics 104 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 10098 | v.2 | Mathematical Methods 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11594 | v.4 | Astronomical Data Analysis 312 | 2.5 | 12.5 | |
| 11914 | v.4 | Introduction to Geophysical Oil and Gas Exploration Methods 246 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 11916 | v.3 | Basin Analysis and Energy Resources 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12333 | v.5 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms 251 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302315 | v.2 | Mathematical Statistics 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305358 | v.2 | Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305361 | v.1 | Geology 363 - Groundwater Exploration and Quality | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308690 | v.2 | Computational Mathematics 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311007 | v.1 | Statistical Modelling 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311828 | v.1 | Scientific Computing 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311829 | v.1 | Scientific Data Analysis 301 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312244 | v.1 | Mineralogy and Geochemistry 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312248 | v.1 | Igneous Petrology 202 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312485 | v.1 | Chemical Energetics and Kinetics 211 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312487 | v.1 | Analytical Chemistry and Spectroscopy 301 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312489 | v.1 | Chemical Structure and Spectroscopy 201 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312496 | v.1 | Synthetic Methods in Chemistry 311 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7911 | v.7 | Applied Optics 302 | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 8127 | v.6 | Advanced Calculus 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8142 | v.4 | Physics 201 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8717 | v.6 | Electromagnetism 302 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9765 | v.4 | Quantum and Statistical Physics 301 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9768 | v.8 | Structural Geology 201 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9770 | v.9 | Field Geology Techniques 291 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 2 Semester 2 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 11592 | v.3 | Solid State Physics 302 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302292 | v.1 | Network Optimisation 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302300 | v.2 | Applied Mathematical Modelling 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 302390 | v.1 | Mathematical Methods 204 | 4.0 | 12.5 | |
| 305360 | v.1 | Geology 362 - Engineering Geology | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305362 | v.1 | Geology 364 - Groundwater Management | 2.0 | 12.5 | |
| 310297 | v.2 | Logistics Modelling and Optimisation 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310304 | v.1 | Industrial Project 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310982 | v.1 | Sample Survey 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311622 | v.1 | Theory of Interest 202 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312253 | v.1 | Regolith Geology and Mineral Exploration 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312490 | v.1 | Analytical Chemistry 202 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312492 | v.1 | Chemical Reactions and Mechanisms 212 | 6.0 | 25.0 | |
| 312498 | v.1 | Chemical Research Methods 362 | 16.0 | 50.0 | |
| 312508 | v.1 | Waves and Oscillations 202 | 6.0 | 12.5 | |
| 312509 | v.1 | Physics 302 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3496 | v.8 | Environmental Geoscience 302 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3975 | v.5 | Applied Statistics 302 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 7907 | v.6 | Particles and Waves 201 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8128 | v.6 | Linear Algebra 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 8393 | v.9 | Experimental Design and Analysis 202 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9782 | v.7 | Ore Deposits 301 | 5.0 | 25.0 | |
| 9784 | v.6 | Geology Mapping Project 392 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| NB | Students must complete at least one third year unit. |
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