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Download course brochure With a wide range of majors in both the pure and applied sciences, UNE's Master of Scientific Studies provides you with specialised training in your chosen scientific discipline. Do you want to be able to respond to constant technological disruption in the workplace by learning more about big data? Perhaps you are passionate about our natural environments and want to refine your knowledge of Australian plants and animals. Are you upskilling to position yourself at the cutting-edge of new medical discoveries? Our coursework Master's degree gives you opportunities to future fit your career by expanding on your expertise, upgrading your applied skills, and developing the advanced knowledge needed to solve complex problems in the rapidly changing world of science and technology. Why study the Master of Scientific Studies with UNE? The world of science and technology is rapidly changing, with strong future growth projected in many fields. UNE's Master of Scientific Studies is a flexibly delivered coursework degree that provides you with specialised training in your chosen field with experienced, hands-on academic staff. Our majors span the pure and applied sciences, with options available in Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Genetics, Mathematics, Medicinal Chemistry, Quantitative Ecology, Statistics and Zoology. Hone your skills in critical thinking, problem solving and analysis, and gain a strong foundation in research methods and the advanced applied skills that are relevant to your discipline. By studying the Master of Scientific Studies with UNE, you will be adding value to your career with the specialised knowledge needed to position yourself at the forefront of change and innovation in science. UNE's collaborative and innovative learning environment supports your success. Our postgraduate science students rate UNE highly, awarding us the maximum 5-star ratings for Teaching Quality and Overall Experience in The Good Universities Guide , year after year. In fact, students consistently award UNE 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support, so when you study with us you are in good hands. What makes our course different? At UNE, our flexible study options, small class sizes, and friendly learning environment set us apart. Our Master of Scientific Studies provides you with the opportunity to: Study at a time and place that suits you, with flexible online course delivery and options to study full time or part time. We are one of a handful of universities in Australia that offer postgraduate coursework studies in science online. By choosing UNE you are choosing an industry leader in the provision of online learning – in fact, we are Australia's longest continuous provider of distance (now online) education. Complete intensive practical learning on campus, at our state-of-the-art facilities. Some units include mandatory intensives, giving you the opportunity to engage with teaching staff and your peers whilst you refine your applied skills in an immersive environment. Choose the direction you will take. You might complete practical botany sessions in our newly built greenhouse, access our large genomic datasets (remotely or on campus) and apply your computing skills at the Institute for Genetics and Bioinformatics, or put your knowledge of parasitology to the test at one of UNE's SMART farms . Tailor your degree to your interests and include units from other specialisations. For example, across many majors you might strengthen your computing and data analysis skills by completing MATLAB-based programming and statistic units. As a genetics student, you could choose to develop a specialty in plant genetics, or explore biotechnology and molecular biology to broaden your scope. Complete a short-term Overseas Study Experience unit and count it towards your degree, or undertake a Work Integrated Learning unit to enhance your skills and knowledge in the workplace. Enhance your research skills with units such as Statistical Modelling and Experimental Design, and Introduction to Scientific Programming. If you are interested in research and have a credit average, you may undertake a major research project and thesis. Your research studies will be supervised by academics who will support and guide you in your research. Completing the research pathway opens the opportunity for you to complete further research through a PhD or other higher degree research programs. Please note that different majors have different assumed knowledge requirements. You should refer to the Assumed Knowledge section of the Admission rules to ensure that you have the relevant assumed knowledge for the major you wish to study. Majors Biochemistry Biomedical Science Botany Chemistry Genetics Mathematics Medicinal Chemistry Quantitative Ecology Statistics Zoology Study online Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world. Study on campus Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
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Eligibility
Select the option that best describes you. I want to study on campus If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia: You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under two admission rules. Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline
with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with a minimum GPA of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Biochemistry Biology Botany Chemistry Genetics Geology Mathematics Microbiology Physics Physiology Statistics Zoology † The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major. Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Additional Admission Requirements To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible: Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry Botany - 2 units of Botany, Ecology or Biology Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Mathematics at 200-level or above Medicinal Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry and 2 additional units of Chemistry, Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Science Quantitative Ecology –1 units of Statistics or Probability, 1 unit of calculus-based Mathematics, and 2 units of Ecology, Physical Geography or related sciences Statistics - 1 unit of statistics; 1 unit of calculus based maths plus an additional unit of either statistics, calculus based maths, economics or computer science at 200 level or abov e Zoology - 2 units of Biology and 2 units in any Biological Science at 200-level or above Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information On-Campus study If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa . The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions. I want to study online If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia): You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under two admission rules. Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline
with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with a minimum GPA of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Biochemistry Biology Botany Chemistry Genetics Geology Mathematics Microbiology Physics Physiology Statistics Zoology † The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major. Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Additional Admission Requirements To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible: Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry Botany - 2 units of Botany, Ecology or Biology Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Mathematics at 200-level or above Medicinal Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry and 2 additional units of Chemistry, Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Science Quantitative Ecology –1 units of Statistics or Probability, 1 unit of calculus-based Mathematics, and 2 units of Ecology, Physical Geography or related sciences Statistics - 1 unit of statistics; 1 unit of calculus based maths plus an additional unit of either statistics, calculus based maths, economics or computer science at 200 level or abov e Zoology - 2 units of Biology and 2 units in any Biological Science at 200-level or above Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information Online study in your own country If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa . If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay. Online study in Australia If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units). Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major. Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card. Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. Please note: The maximum amount of Advanced Standing which can be granted towards this course is 48 credit points . Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: SCI500 Research Methods in the Sciences SCI501 Special Topics in Science A SCI502 Special Topics in Science B SCI510 Artificial Intelligence and Computing for Science SCI599 Science Masters Thesis > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing This course is offered under two admission rules. Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline
with a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline* with a minimum GPA of 5.0 AND you meet the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major.† If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Biochemistry Biology Chemistry Ecology Genetics Geology Mathematics Microbiology Physics Physiology Statistics Zoology † The minimum knowledge requirements for each major are detailed in the Additional Admission Requirements section below. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major. Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Additional Admission Requirements To be eligible to study a major in this course you must meet the minimum knowledge requirements for that major. For example, if you would like to study the Biochemistry major, you must have previously completed 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry. Please see below a list of majors in this course (bolded), and the minimum knowledge requirements you must meet in order to be eligible: Biochemistry – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Biomedical Science – 2 units of Biology and 1 unit of Chemistry Botany - 2 units of Botany, Ecology or Biology Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry Genetics – 2 units of Biology and 2 units of Chemistry Mathematics – 2 units of calculus-based Mathematics and 2 additional units of Mathematics at 200-level or above Medicinal Chemistry – 2 units of Chemistry and 2 additional units of Chemistry, Biochemistry or Pharmaceutical Science Quantitative Ecology –1 units of Statistics or Probability, 1 unit of calculus-based Mathematics, and 2 units of Ecology, Physical Geography or related sciences Statistics - 1 unit of statistics; 1 unit of calculus based maths plus an additional unit of either statistics, calculus based maths, economics or computer science at 200 level or abov e Zoology - 2 units of Biology and 2 units in any Biological Science at 200-level or above Please note: If you would like to complete this course while studying full-time you are encouraged to have knowledge greater than the minimum required for eligibility. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. When it is not clear from your academic background, you can include a cover letter in your application detailing how you have met the minimum knowledge requirements for your preferred major. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. Please note: The maximum amount of Advanced Standing which can be granted towards this course is 48 credit points . Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: SCI500 Research Methods in the Sciences SCI501 Special Topics in Science A SCI502 Special Topics in Science B SCI510 Artificial Intelligence and Computing for Science SCI599 Science Masters Thesis > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing
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The estimated total course cost is AUD $79,592, which includes tuition fees of AUD $74,592 and non-tuition fees of AUD $5,000.
The Master of Scientific Studies has a duration of 112 weeks.
The course is delivered at the University of New England's campus in Armidale, New South Wales, a location owned and operated by the provider.
The course falls under the broad field of Natural and Physical Sciences (01), with a detailed field classification of Natural and Physical Sciences, n.e.c. (019999).
To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must meet several criteria including being in 'Registered' status, being a Skills Level 1 qualification, having a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and having its narrow Field of Education align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. This course has a duration of 112 weeks and is a Masters (Coursework) degree, but you should contact ESOS-PolicyTeam@education.gov.au to confirm current eligibility.
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