Diploma in University Studies
Course details
About the course
Prepare for degree-level academic study so you can grow your career prospects in the land-based industries.
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Whether you passed University Entrance or just missed out, our Diploma in University Studies (DUS) is a supported study programme that will take you from pre-degree through to entry into the second year of a recognised Bachelor鈥檚 degree.
If you decide to continue on to a Bachelor's degree, you will graduate with the DUS before beginning your degree programme. Once you have completed the degree, you will hold two Lincoln University qualifications (the DUS and your bachelor's degree).聽
If you choose not to continue with a bachelor's degree programme, you will graduate with the DUS only.聽
Depending on your entry level and qualifications, you can complete the DUS in two or three semesters.
How you鈥檒l grow
- Develop your study, communication and research skills so that you鈥檙e ready for the focused, in-depth learning a degree programme provides.
- Expand your knowledge and understanding with a range of courses chosen from Lincoln鈥檚 bachelor programmes.
- Round off your capabilities and career-readiness with the core Bachelor course.
You will also take part in our specialised Skills for Success programme, which offers additional tutoring in a range of academic disciplines and provides assistance with study skills, assignments and general guidance.聽
Programme Structure
Diploma in University Studies - 3 Semester pathway (DUS 3)
Compulsory for all students:
- Academic Communication and Study Skills聽(15 credits)
- Academic Communication for Undergraduates (15 credits)
Plus two from the following courses:
- - Mathematics and Statistics for Tertiary Study 2 (15 credits)
- - Business and Economics (15 credits)
- - Science for Tertiary Study (15 credits)
- - Te-Tu-a-Uri: Introduction to M膩ori Culture and Society (15 credits)
- - Land and Environment (15 credits)
Plus:
贰颈驳丑迟听 from the Bachelor's degree schedule and a compulsory 'Skills for Success' programme.
Diploma in University Studies - 2 Semester Pathway (DUS 2)
Compulsory for all students:
- Academic Communication for Undergraduates (15 credits)
Plus:
厂别惫别苍听 from the Bachelor鈥檚 degree schedule, and a compulsory 'skills for success鈥 programme.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in 91视频. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of 91视频, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other 91视频 universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division 鈥 the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.