Graduate Certificate in Science (GCSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
Half Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5138
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Mathematics field: Bachelor of Science with mathematics major
Physics field: Bachelor of Science with physics major
Statistics field: Bachelor of Science with statistics major.
UQ or equivalent GPA of 5.5 or above on a 7 point scale.
Or 5 years of work experience in the same field.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Mathematics and Physics
Email: smp.student@uq.edu.au
Phone: (07) 3365 2673
Duration
Half Year full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5138
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Mathematics field: Bachelor of Science with mathematics major
Physics field: Bachelor of Science with physics major
Statistics field: Bachelor of Science with statistics major.
UQ or equivalent GPA of 5.5 or above on a 7 point scale.
Or 5 years of work experience in the same field.
CRICOS Code: 029216A
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Science?
This program provides advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in a range of specialised scientific fields, through lectures, workshops, projects and directed study. Students can extend their knowledge in their chosen field or develop an understanding of specialised fields in which they have little previous knowledge.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Science.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Graduate Certificate in Science
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Mathematics field: Bachelor of Science with mathematics major
Physics field: Bachelor of Science with physics major
Statistics field: Bachelor of Science with statistics major.
UQ or equivalent GPA of 5.5 or above on a 7 point scale.
Or 5 years of work experience in the same field.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Mathematics field: Bachelor of Science with mathematics major
Physics field: Bachelor of Science with physics major
Statistics field: Bachelor of Science with statistics major.
UQ or equivalent GPA of 5.5 or above on a 7 point scale.
Or 5 years of work experience in the same field.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 029216A
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Graduate Certificate in Science
Careers
Employment opportunities vary according to the field of study chosen.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Science
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #8 from the GCSc Course List, in any combination of part A and/ or part B in the chosen field of study.
Refer to GCSc rules for further information. These rules should be read in conjunction with the General Award Rules.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
Related programs
Depending on your previous qualifications and current goals, you might want to consider one of these related programs:
- Graduate Diploma in Science (#16)
- Master of Science (#24)