Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical Science – PGDipBiomedSc

1 In order to be admitted to this programme, a student needs to have completed the requirements for a Bachelors degree deemed relevant by Senate or its representative with a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II.

2 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve the admission of a student who does not meet the above requirements, but who has attained the equivalent qualification or relevant professional experience.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

3 A student enrolled for this postgraduate diploma must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

4 The total enrolment for this postgraduate diploma must not exceed 160 points.

5 Of the 120 points required for this postgraduate diploma, a student must pass:

a 30 points: MEDSCI 743, 744

and

b 90 points from courses listed in the Master of Biomedical Science Schedule, excluding MEDSCI 796.

6 The programme for each student must be approved by the Head of School of Medical Sciences prior to enrolment.

7 A student admitted to this programme must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

8 This postgraduate diploma may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as specified in the General Regulations – Postgraduate Diplomas.

9 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.

10 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2024.