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    Graduate Certificate of Science Practice

    University of Waikato

    University of Waikato

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    New Zealand, Hamilton

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    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Graduate Certificate

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Hamilton

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake Deadlines28-Jul-2026
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    Next Intake 28-Jul-2026

    Graduate Certificate of Science Practice

    About

    Gain practical skills and applied knowledge in various scientific fields, preparing you for the workplace and improving your career prospects.

    Why study the Graduate Certificate of Science Practice?

    The Graduate Certificate of Science Practice (GradCertScPrac) is an additional qualification available to our Bachelor of Science (BSc) graduates in any of our science majors.

    The GradCertScPrac emphasizes the professional practice of science, offering opportunities for hands-on learning in workplace applications, teamwork, communication and reflective learning. It equips students with advanced skills and knowledge to apply scientific concepts effectively in professional settings.

    Additionally, the programme prepares students for an easy transition from study to the workplace, fostering advancement into management or leadership roles through direct workplace involvement in the learning process.

    It provides students with the opportunity to put theory learnt into practice, broadening their understanding and preparing them for employment. In addition, student build valuable professional connections as a result of the work placements.

    Students need to first complete SCIEN270 and then complete SCIEN371 and SCIEN300 at the same time. SCIEN371 is the work placement paper and includes a minimum of 300 hours in a relevant workplace, during which students are generally paid wages or equivalent for their work.

    Graduates from the GradCertScPrac will be able to progress to any graduate certificate/diploma and masters degree offered in Science, and eventually be able to progress onto a PhD.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    English Program Requirements

    English language test

    Undergraduate, graduate certificates, and graduate diplomas (all courses except those listed below)

    IELTS (Academic)

    6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5)

    iBT (internet-based) TOEFL

    80 with a score of 21 in writing

    iBT (home-based) TOEFL

    80 with a score of 21 in writing
    Duolingo English Test (DET)
    105
    C2 Proficiency (formally known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)) 169 and no bands below 162
    Language Cert International ESOL (LRWS) B2 Communicator with 33-37 score per skill
    NCUK English for Academic Purposes Minimum C grade average with no lower than D in all components. Some programmes have additional entry requirements. For further details, visit our dedicated NCUK information page.

    New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)

    Level 4 (Academic)
    Michigan English Test (formally known as Michigan Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)) Minimum score of 54

    Pearson PTE Academic

    Overall score of 50 with no Band less than 42

    Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)

    II with distinction in all four components

    University of Waikato College

    Successful completion of Level 7 with a B grade in the Certificate of Attainment in Academic English (CAAE) programme

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    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    NZD 0 

    Application Fee

    NZD  
    University of Waikato

    Graduate Certificate of Science Practice

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