Program Overview

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Science - Education - 2646

Overview

The Science - Education diploma is a comprehensive program that opens up opportunities in various fields, including Chemistry, Physics, Data Management, Psychology, and Biology. This diploma is an ideal pathway for those who want to fast-track into the second year of an Education (Honours) and Science double degree.

At a Glance

• Location: On-campus at Docklands: Full time & part time
• Duration: PART 2: 2 trimesters (8 months)
• Start date: First Trimester (February), Second Trimester (June), Third Trimester (October)
• Qualification: Diploma of Science
• Fees: Information about fees

Entry Requirements

To be considered for entry to this course, you must satisfy the following entrance requirements:

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

• Qualifications: Equivalent to Australian Year 11 (part 1) or Australian Year 12 (part 2)
• Prerequisite subjects: You must meet the additional course prerequisite subjects which are equivalent to Australian Year 11 (part 1) or Australian Year 12 (part 2)
  • Part 1: One of Science
  • Part 2: One of Science or Mathematics
• Alternative academic entry requirements: For a full list of academic entry requirements and prerequisites, by country, visit the Monash College website
• Minimum age requirements:
  • Part 1: 16 years
  • Part 2: 16 years 6 months
• English requirements:
  • Diploma Part 1: IELTS: 5.5 overall (no band lower than 5.0) | TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of 46 overall with minimum scores: Writing 14, Speaking 14, Listening 4 and Reading 4 | Equivalent approved English test
  • Diploma Part 2: IELTS: 6.0 overall (Writing not less than 6.0) | TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of 60 overall with minimum scores: Writing 18, Speaking 16, Listening 7, Reading 8 | Equivalent approved English test

Course Details

Part 2 consists of two trimesters over eight months. You will complete six units from science and two from education. You will also complete 10 days of work placement as part of the course.

Classes will help you develop your critical thinking skills and university research techniques. These skills will prepare you for success at Monash University.

More details on subjects in this program are available at the Monash College website.

Making the Application

Future Students

• Trimester one (February): Applications for on-campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre
• Trimester two (June) and Trimester three (October): Applications are submitted directly to Monash College using course code 2646

Self Assess for Credit Eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Information on Monash College Diploma fees is available at the College website.

Other Costs and Fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.