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Science (Domestic students)

Diploma

A Monash College Diploma of Science provides a pathway into the second year of a Monash University Science degree.*

Select subjects depending on your career goals and study subjects such as Chemistry, Physics, Data Management and Psychology. These subjects will give you a head start for your science degree.

We work closely with the University to develop the curriculum so you will be prepared for your degree.

Five reasons to choose the Diploma of Science:

  1. A pathway into second year of a science degree Monash University.*
  2. Learn on campus at Clayton.
  3. You want to study biology, chemistry, physics and mathematics and would like to make a start on your future degree.
  4. Receive individual attention – benefit from small class sizes and learning support.
  5. Study the same curriculum and assessments as first year undergraduate students.

*Entry requirements into Monash College and Monash University apply.

At a glance

ATAR - Part 1

50

Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made in 2026
ATAR - Part 2

60

Note Lowest Selection Rank to which an offer was made in 2026
ATAR explained

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Docklands: Full time & part time
  • On-campus at Colombo, Sri Lanka: Full time & part time
Duration
 PART 1: 2 trimester (8 months). PART 2: 2 trimesters (8 months)
Start date
 First Trimester (February), Second Trimester (July), Third Trimester (October)
Qualification
 Diploma of Science
Fees

Information about fees

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

Equivalent to Australian Year 11 (part 1) or Australian Year 12 (part 2).

To be accepted into a Monash College Diploma, you must meet the academic and English language requirements. You will also need to check the age, subject and course prerequisites before you apply.

Prerequisite subjects

You must meet the additional course prerequisite subjects which are equivalent to Australian Year 11 (part 1) or Australian Year 12 (part 2).

Part 1: One of Science

Part 2: One of Science or Mathematics

Alternative academic entry requirements

For a full list of academic entry requirements and perquisites, by country visit the Monash College website.

Minimum age requirements

Part 1: 16 years

Part 2: 16 years 6 months

If you do not meet the age requirements, you may be offered a deferred place.

English requirements

Diploma Part 1
IELTS: 5.5 overall (no band lower than 5.0) TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of 46 overall with minimum scores: Writing 14, Speaking 14, Listening 4 and Reading 4 Equivalent approved English test

Diploma Part 2
IELTS: 6.0 overall (Writing not less than 6.0) TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: score of  60 overall with minimum scores: Writing 18, Speaking 16, Listening 7, Reading 8 Equivalent approved English test

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Making the application

Future students

Trimester one (February)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Apply through VTAC

Trimester two (July) and three (October)

Applications are submitted directly to Monash College

Apply

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Information on Monash College Diploma fees is available at the College website.

Other costs and fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.