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The Diploma of Pharmacy Studies is your stepping stone into the Bachelor of Pharmacy. This is the perfect choice if you have not met the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Pharmacy, or would like a more supported entry into University studies. Upon completion of this program, you will meet the maths and chemistry pre-requisites, as well as gaining additional skills to help you succeed at University.This program will prepare you for future study in the Bachelor of Pharmacy, or you can choose to enter the workforce with highly employable skills in roles such as pharmacy assistant or pharmacy technician.You’ll complete a mix of subjects needed to enter the Bachelor of Pharmacy, subjects to develop your study skills and disciplinary subjects taught by the School of Medicine. You’ll also meet the University’s General Entry Requirements when you complete this program, which may allow entry into other University programs.

Gain entry into pharmacy as an assistant or technician, or enhance your employability within the primary care sector with this set of mathematics and science skills. 

Diploma of Pharmacy Studies

This Diploma of University Studies (Science Pathway) is designed to provide the skills and knowledge for students intending to progress onto the Bachelor of Science. Students will study subjects which provide the skills and knowledge related to the Bachelor of Science and will be provided with additional support to maximise their chances of success. Completion will provide achievement in at least four Introductory level subjects, and articulate with 100 credit points of advanced standing.

This diploma is a great option if you know what you want to study but need a more supportive approach. Learn key skills and build knowledge in the field of science. Get credits for the subjects you take if you go on to study a bachelor degree.

Diploma of University Studies (Science Pathway)

The Diploma of University Studies (Arts Pathway) is designed as an alternative entry pathway to university study. In this specialisation, students study subjects which provide the skills and knowledge related to your intended degree, and are provided with additional support to maximise your chances of success.The Diploma of University Studies (Arts Pathway) provides guaranteed entry with full credit into the UTAS Bachelor of Arts with 100 credit points of advanced standing.

Build the skills and confidence you need for university study while exploring the field of arts. Elect subjects linked to your intended arts degree. Get credit towards a Bachelor of Arts when you successfully complete this diploma.

Diploma of University Studies (Arts Pathway)

In the Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning, you’ll gain the industry-aligned skills to advance in para-planning or step into further study.The Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning course is designed to give you an edge in the job market. It is perfect if you already hold a Bachelor’s degree, particularly in an environmental discipline, and want to add planning skills that make you more competitive.It is also a great option if you are already working as a planner or paraplanner. You will build on your professional experience with practical, industry-aligned learning and flexible delivery that connects study with your workplace.Tasmania’s cities, natural landscapes, and cultural heritage provide rich case studies. If you are based elsewhere in Australia, you will have the chance to bring your own local examples into your learning.With small class sizes and strong ties to the planning profession, you will benefit from personalised support and insight from experienced academics and industry professionals.

Learn to interpret planning rules and support sustainable development. Help shape cities and tackle real urban challenges. Build industry-aligned skills for para-planning roles or use your study as a pathway to another postgraduate qualification.

Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning

Automation and artificial intelligence are rapidly evolving. By 2030, nearly half of all industries are anticipated to be transformed by automation, requiring the professional upskilling of current workers.Cyber security is a significant issue for organisations and governments around the world, with major incidents costing millions of dollars every year. Cyber resilience is critical and relies on a cyber-savvy work force that can assess cyber risk, meet privacy and security regulations, and protect sensitive systems and customers from attacks, both within traditionally technical roles and more broadly.The Diploma of Applied Technologies (Cyber Security) aims to prepare graduates to become dynamic, creative and adaptable practitioners with the skills and knowledge to make valuable contributions to organisational resilience through applying cyber security tools.On completion of this qualification, you will be able to:<ul><li>Apply skills in IT, cybersecurity, digital manufacturing and/or automation to contemporary industry practices</li><li>Commence employment or enhance career opportunities</li><li>Transition to further study, leadership and management</li></ul>You will learn the contemporary technological skills to meet the changing job market and learning will be contextualised to Cyber Security.

Learn about online risks and threats and gain skills in contemporary technology. Prepare for a career in cyber security. Help organisations and government bodies become more resilient to cyber threats.

Diploma of Applied Technologies (Cyber Security)

Healthcare delivery is constantly evolving in the face of population growth, our increasingly diverse and aging communities, changing approaches to delivering healthcare and availability of new technology. Health professionals need to be more collaborative, team-focussed and adaptable than ever before. To meet these challenges, the University of Tasmania, in partnership with major health providers, is launching a more flexible and agile approach to providing educational offerings for health professionals throughout their careers. The Master of Advanced Practice (Specialisation) is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to expand your contribution to healthcare and meet your continuing professional development requirements with a flexible online approach. The course has been developed with health industry partners and features a strong inter-disciplinary approach, drawing on content from a broad range of disciplines across the University of Tasmania, with an emphasis on providing you with the flexibility to choose content that best progresses your career ambitions.The program will provide you with a strong foundation in leadership skills and critical thinking, helping you to analyse and resolve the complex problems that you face in the health system. You can then choose from a curated selection of subjects, expanding your knowledge in fields including epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, health service innovation, health informatics and digital health.Become a supply chain managerThe maritime and logistics industries underpin international business and world trade. They are a key element in sustainable development, and are tightly interconnected with human society: physically, socially and economically. It is critical that our supply chains are managed by highly trained individuals and teams who can lead the development, implementation and control of sound contemporary management practices.The Supply Chain and Logistics specialisation will prepare you for management and senior administrative roles in a range of industries, including health. On completion of this specialisation, you can be confident that the skills, knowledge and networks you&#39;ve acquired through study will allow you to succeed in a diverse range of areas including transport policy and administration, freight forwarding, exporting and importing, logistics and supply chains, and other critical elements of global international industry.Once you have completed your specialisation you will select a research pathway of your choice.<ul><li>The Capstone Pathway will develop your research skills as you design and conduct a quality improvement project relevant to your workplace and/or career aspirations.</li><li>In the Research Pathway, you will complete a substantial piece of original, independent research, focussed on the topics that are of particular interest, that provides you with a pathway to a Higher Degree by Research.</li></ul>The Master of Advanced Practice (Specialisation) has been co-designed with major health providers for the health workforce, with content developed to meet the needs of health professionals from all disciplines. The program is open to anyone with a health-related bachelor degree, or a bachelor degree in an unrelated area with at least two years&#39; experience in the health workforce.If you already have a health-related Graduate Certificate (or higher) you may be eligible for advanced standing into the program.The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Practice and Graduate Diploma of Advanced Practice (Specialisation) also articulate directly into the Master of Advanced Practice (Specialisation), providing you with a seamless pathway to progress your career in a meaningful new direction and advance practice in your health organisation. Advanced Practice masterclass seriesExperience first-hand what our expert lecturers can offer you with our <a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/study/postgraduate/advanced-practice#masterclass" target="_blank">free, online masterclass series.</a>Webinar topics cover the breadth of our Advance Practice specialisations, as well as the core topics of leadership, and critical thinking. There are options to explore a new topic, or dive into something you are already familiar with and expand your knowledge.

Learn to lead the creation, roll-out and control of logistics in industries including health, as well as those beyond it. Prepare for senior administrative roles. Cover transport policy and admin, freight forwarding, supply chains and global industry.

Master of Advanced Practice (Supply Chain and Logistics)

Healthcare delivery is constantly evolving in the face of population growth, our increasingly diverse and aging communities, changing approaches to delivering healthcare and availability of new technology. Health professionals need to be more collaborative, team-focussed and adaptable than ever before. To meet these challenges, the University of Tasmania, in partnership with major health providers, is launching a more flexible and agile approach to providing educational offerings for health professionals throughout their careers.The Graduate Diploma of Advanced Practice (Specialisation) is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to expand your contribution to healthcare and meet your continuing professional development requirements with a flexible online approach. The program has been developed with health industry partners and features a strong inter-disciplinary approach, drawing on content from a broad range of disciplines across the University of Tasmania, with an emphasis on providing you with the flexibility to choose content that best progresses your career ambitions.You will build a strong foundation in leadership skills and critical thinking, helping you to analyse and resolve the complex problems that you face in the health system. You can then choose from a curated selection of subjects expanding your knowledge in fields including epidemiology, public health, biostatistics, health service innovation, health informatics and digital health.The program is open to anyone with a health-related bachelor degree, or a bachelor degree in an unrelated area with at least two years&#39; experience in the health workforce. If you already have a health-related Graduate Certificate, you may be eligible for advanced standing into the course to enable you to progress directly to the specialisation component of the degree.Advanced Practice specialisations are designed to develop graduates who can demonstrate leadership and perform independently in the healthcare system. Each specialisation provides the knowledge and skills for students to make evidence informed decisions in their chosen area to meet industry needs and workforce demands.Become a supply chain manager.The maritime and logistics industries underpin international business and world trade. They are a key element in sustainable development, and are tightly interconnected with human society: physically, socially and economically. It is critical that our supply chains are managed by highly trained individuals and teams who can lead the development, implementation and control of sound contemporary management practices.The Supply Chain and Logistics specialisation will prepare you for management and senior administrative roles in a range of industries, including health. On completion of this specialisation, you can be confident that the skills, knowledge and networks you&#39;ve acquired through study will allow you to succeed in a diverse range of areas including transport policy and administration, freight forwarding, exporting and importing, logistics and supply chains, and other critical elements of global international industry.The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Practice, and Graduate Diploma of Advanced Practice (Specialisation) articulate directly into the Master of Advanced Practice (Specialisation), providing you with a seamless pathway to progress your career in a meaningful new direction and advance practice in your health organisation. Advanced Practice masterclass seriesExperience first-hand what our expert lecturers can offer you with our <a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/study/postgraduate/advanced-practice#masterclass" target="_blank">free, online masterclass series.</a>Webinar topics cover the breadth of our Advance Practice specialisations, as well as the core topics of leadership, and critical thinking. There are options to explore a new topic, or dive into something you are already familiar with and expand your knowledge.

A specialised logistics course for emerging leaders. You’ll build on your natural leadership qualities and explore procurement, warehousing, and more. Grow your confidence. Get ready to work independently at a higher level.

Graduate Diploma of Advanced Practice (Supply Chain and Logistics)

Are you seeking a rewarding futures-oriented career working with children and young people? Do you want to enhance the educational aspirations and futures of Australia&#39;s young people? The University of Tasmania’s Master of Teaching (Primary) prepares you to make a real difference in the lives and futures of young people. Building on your existing expertise and experience, you will develop key capacities, knowledge and skills in leadership, teaching and learning to provide a safe and effective learning environment where all students can flourish. You will be learning how to teach and how to be a teacher collaboratively with peers.The UTAS Master of Teaching (Primary) is designed to step your learning through two stages. In the first stage you will develop foundational knowledge about teaching, the curriculum and the schooling context. The second stage you will integrate theory and practice as you learn how to teach in a school setting with experienced teachers over an extended placement.The Master of Teaching is available on-campus in Hobart and fully online by distance. Not sure if you want to study online or on-campus? We offer flexible study options that allow you to choose how and where you study, depending on your needs.

Build on your existing degree and prepare to teach primary school students. Develop practical classroom skills through 60 days of placement and graduate with an accredited teaching qualification recognised across Australia.

Master of Teaching (Primary)

By successfully completing this Mental Health Open Degree Pathway, you can gain entry into the following courses:•     Diploma of Counselling with the University of Tasmania•     Bachelor of Psychological Science with the University of Tasmania•     Bachelor of Dementia Care with the University of Tasmania

Are you ever-curious and compassionate? A future in mental health is yours for the taking. This set of subjects are available without entry requirements. If completed successfully, it can set you on the path for a variety of qualifications in mental health.

Mental Health Open Degree Pathway

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) industry is one that is well equipped to respond to local and global challenges by embracing new, emerging, and existing technologies. In the Diploma of Information and Communication Technology, you will gain relevant, up-to-date skills in a broad spectrum of ICT fields that increase your employability.Led by expert staff that deliver distinctive, and rewarding learning experiences, the teaching environment aims to provide a university experience that is student-centred and personal, enabling you to realise your individual career goals.On graduation from the Diploma of Information and Communication Technology you may choose to build on your achievements and broaden your skills and knowledge by continuing your study in the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology.

Explore the tech behind modern digital systems. Learn to program, manage data and secure systems. Prepare for roles in software, networks or web dev. Build practical ICT skills for entry-level roles, or consider a pathway towards a bachelor degree.

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