The Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) is an opportunity for Bachelor of Science graduates to advance their qualifications. Pursue advanced study in your specialist area with the Postgraduate Diploma in Science. Extend your knowledge with coursework or try a project or dissertation as part of your diploma – the option is yours. The PGDipSci offers a pathway toward masters and doctoral study. Programme structure The PGDipSci programme involves one year of full-time study, or up to four years of part-time study, after you have completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Science degree. 120 points in your specialist subject listed in the Postgraduate Diploma in Science schedule A project or dissertation of up to 45 points may be included Physics Physics seeks to understand the basic properties of matter and energy and to use this knowledge to create new technologies and devices, explain the properties of complex systems and to model emergent phenomena. Physics is arguably the most fundamental of all sciences. If you understand the principles of physics and the laws of nature you’ll have a sharp insight into the world around you. All of modern science and technology is underpinned by physics. A degree in Physics will give you an understanding of the nature of matter as well as training in experimental methods and the mathematical analysis of physical processes. If you’d like to better understand the nature of matter, train in experimental methods and learn more about the mathematical analysis of physical processes, then Physics might be the subject for you. The University of Auckland is ranked first in New Zealand for physics and astronomy, and we’re also ranked joint-113th in the world for the natural sciences, which includes physics. Jobs related to Physics include: Geophysicist/field seismologist Investment analyst Metallurgist Meteorologist Nanotechnologist Nuclear engineer Radiation protection practitioner Researcher Scientific instrument manufacture Software engineer Further study options Master of Science Master of Speech Language Therapy Practice Master of Bioscience Enterprise Doctor of Philosophy Doctor of Clinical Psychology