University of Otago
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc) - Applied Geology
Dunedin, New Zealand
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc) - Applied Geology
The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (PGCertAppSc) allows students to begin postgraduate study with a 60 point qualification from which they can later proceed to a Postgraduate Diploma or Master's degree.
This option allows students to maintain employment while gaining qualifications.
Why study Applied Geology?
Applied Geology provides unique opportunities to combine theory and practice with real-world experience to make a tangible contribution to local and global challenges.
By using New Zealand as your laboratory, you can tailor your undergraduate degree to any number of future opportunities and career pathways.
You can choose to combine your applied science major with other subjects in the arts, business and sciences, and position yourself for a successful and valuable career that makes a difference to the Earth, the environment and our communities.
Duration of the program
A candidate for the certificate shall normally follow a program of study for one semester of full-time study, or the equivalent in part-time study.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
- a. shall consist of approved 400- and 500-level papers, to the value of 60 points, selected from the papers specified in Science Schedule D for the Master of Applied Science subject concerned.
- b. shall normally include papers from more than one subject and at least one of the approved 400-level papers that shall be amongst the first papers taken in the program of study.
- c. may, with the approval of the Head of Department or Course Director concerned, include papers worth up to 20 points from 400-and 500-level papers other than those specified in Science Schedule D.
Program Outcome
What will I learn?
- You will learn how to apply geology in the best interests of communities, the environment and future research.
- You will develop a comprehensive understanding of fundamental science, and learn how to apply your knowledge to address human issues on local and global scales.
- Opportunities to work with industry partners and datasets will provide the building blocks to transfer your university learning to the workplace.
Program Tuition Fee
Program delivery
Application details
Applicants should submit their online application form along with the following supporting documents: scanned copies of their previous official academic transcripts (awards gained, marks, grades); a certified copy of the personal details page of their passport or a birth certificate (in English); Educational Credential Evaluators report (ECE); and certified/notarised translations of original documents which are not in English. After completion of online application, applicant’s proof of identity document must be posted to: International Office, University of Otago, PO Box 56, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand. International student applications for semester 1/summer school study close: Oct-31; Semester 2 study close: Apr-30.