Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Astronomy): Fees & Entry Requirements at University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Postgraduate Diploma in Science (Astronomy)
University of Canterbury

New Zealand

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About this course

What will I learn?

Astronomy and astrophysics are concerned with the study of the nature and distribution of matter and radiation throughout all time and space in the Universe. Astronomers have always been keen to harness the latest technological advances in their quest for ever more precise and revealing observations. As a consequence, astronomy in recent years has been one of the most rapidly expanding of all physical sciences and many exciting and unexpected discoveries continue to be made.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$45,300.00 (22,79,934) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

12/12/2025

Start date

February 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
NZ$45,300.00 (22,79,934) per year
Accommodation - 525(weekly cost)

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

01/05/2026

Start date

July 2026

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Christchurch,

Upper Riccarton,

8041, North Island, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

You will need a Bachelor of Science, or any bachelor's degree with approved undergraduate science courses. The precise prerequisites vary for each major subject, but are normally at least a B- Grade Point Average in 300-level courses.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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