Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) in Energy Science and Technology
Dunedin, New Zealand
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) in Energy Science and Technology
The Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) is a one-year program which builds on an undergraduate science degree. The diploma encompasses both papers and a research topic, and can be taken full-time. It provides possible to the Master of Science (MSc) degree by thesis only.
Why study Energy Science and Technology or Energy Management?
Youโll gain valuable scientific and technical expertise, problem solving ability, business awareness and communication skills that can help industry or government to make the best energy choices and implement the right energy solutions.
Youโll develop the skills and knowledge required to make a useful contribution towards the transition to a more renewable and sustainable energy system for New Zealand and the world.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
- Every program of study shall satisfy the requirements for the subject concerned as set out above.
- With the permission of the Heads of the Departments concerned, a candidate may substitute a paper of another subject for one of the required papers.
- Any required research report must be submitted no later than 1 November.
Subject areas
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Consumer Food Science
- Ecology
- Economics
- Electronics (no new enrolments)
- Energy Science and Technology
- Food Science
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geology
- Human Nutrition
- Information Science
- Marine Science
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Neuroscience
- Pharmacology
- Physics
- Physiology
- Plant Biotechnology
- Psychology
- Software Engineering
- Sport, Exercise and Health
- Statistics
- Surveying
- Telecommunications
- Zoology
Program Outcome
Level of Award of the Diploma
The diploma may be awarded with distinction or with credit.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
There are great opportunities for qualified people to pursue a career in the rapidly developing energy area both within New Zealand and around the world.
Our graduates find successful and fulfilling careers in a diverse range of energy areas, including:
Designing and implementing renewable energy supply solutions
Renewable energy and energy-efficient technology research and development
Identifying and implementing energy efficiency and sustainability measures for industry, organisations, or in the residential sector
Assessing or managing energy use at energy-intensive industrial sites or in commercial buildings
Advising on or developing energy and sustainability policy for national or local government
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, applicantโs 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.