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Graduate Diploma in Sciences (Defence) GDip.Sc(D)
2010

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 1 year (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Graduate Diploma

Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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Annual tuition fees ?
Australian Full-fee place: $16,200
Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
Completed Bachelors degree or equivalent in a related discipline plus 18 months employment experience in a defence-related industry.

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International applicants

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Not offered to international students.

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

Not offered to international students.

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Total units required for this program - 24 units
Candidates may present courses offered by other universities from a register of approved courses maintained by the Board of Studies. The total value of these external courses must not exceed 9 units (including the core course).
Core Courses

Both of these courses are offered by the University of South Australia:

  • Research Methods in a Multidisciplinary Environment (3 units)
  • Systems Engineering for Complex Problem Solving (3 units)
Electives

Select 18 units from the following:

Defence Technology

Special conditions apply to choosing courses with a Photonics theme. There is a preferred sequence within these courses, please refer to the course planner.

Information and Communication

The availability of all courses is conditional on the availablity of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments.

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Graduate Attributes

 

• Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.

• The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.

• An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.

• Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.

• A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.

• A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.

• A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.

• An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.

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