Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc)
Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCapSc) is a one-year diploma, which builds on a BCApSc degree. The diploma can be awarded in any one of the following subjects, or in an approved combination of them: Clothing and Textile Sciences, Consumer Food Science, Consumer Sciences, Design Studies, Human Nutrition, Human Services. The PGDipCApSc diploma usually encompasses papers and a research topic, and can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Regulations for the Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc)
1 Admission to the Programme
(a) Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
(b) Every applicant shall either
(i) have been admitted to the degree of Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Sciences, or
(ii) have been admitted with the status of one who is entitled to proceed to the diploma.
2 Subjects of Study
The diploma may be awarded in any one of the subjects listed below, or in an approved combination of the subjects listed below.
3 Structure of the Programme
(a) Every programme of study shall normally consist of four papers and a research project worth a total of 120 points in the subject concerned.
(b) With the permission of the Heads of Departments concerned, a candidate may substitute a paper of another subject for one of the required papers.
(c) Any required research report must be submitted by 1 November.
4 Prerequisites, Corequisites and Restrictions
Every programme of study shall satisfy the requirements for prerequisites, corequisites and restrictions set out in the Prescriptions.
5 Duration of the Programme
The programme may be taken by full-time candidates in one year, or by part-time candidates over more than one year. Any paper in which a candidate is enrolled in any year shall be examined in that year.
6 Level of Award of the Diploma
The diploma may be awarded with distinction or credit.
7 Diploma in a Second Subject
A student who has obtained the diploma in one subject may become a candidate for the diploma in any other subject.
8 Variations
The Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences) may in exceptional circumstances approve a course of study which does not comply with these regulations.
Note: An application for admission to the programme is required; this is separate from the enrolment process. Applications should normally reach the Division of Sciences by 10 December.
Programme Requirements
Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Clothing and Textile Sciences
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Four of CLTE 451, CLTE 452, CLTE 453, CLTE 454, CLTE 455, CLTE 460 |
The Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Clothing and Textile Sciences) is also available through Distance Learning.
Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Consumer Food Science
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At least 96 points from FOSC 453, FOSC 455, FOSC 456, FOSC 459, FOSC 460, MARI 440 Other 400-level papers may be substituted for up to 48 points from elective papers |
Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Consumer Sciences
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Four of CLTE 451, CLTE 452, CLTE 453, CLTE 455, CMNX 401*, CMNX 402, DESI 419, DESI 429, DESI 433, DESI 436, FOSC 456, FOSC 459, FOSC 460, selected from not more than two subjects *required if only one paper from that subject code is taken |
Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Design Studies
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Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Human Nutrition
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Postgraduate Diploma in Consumer and Applied Sciences (PGDipCApSc) in Human Services
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Subjects of Study
Endorsements marked with an asterisk are available through Distance Learning.
