courses - Science Courses

Level: Short Course

Learn to manage energy levels in people; in sport, exercise, work or general day to day living. Learn what is energy, how to increase people's energy levels and maintain them in different situations, when rest is the perfect recovery tool and how to perform exercises for better energy management.What are the factors that makes us move better?  By understanding these factors it is... more

Level: Short Course

Acquire and deepen your knowledge in Human Anatomy and Physiology. This course provides you with the knowledge basis to a career in Human Health and Wellbeing. You will understand what is a human body, how it works and which factors determine health. This course is designed for people working or looking to work in the health care industry, or for people who want to have the basic knowledge of... more

Level: Short Course

Biochemistry is at the base of most health sciences, prepare yourself for your health science career by studying biochemistry.Biochemistry I (Animal) is an introductory course to biochemistry.  This course is similar to Biochemistry I (Plants) with a focus on animal biochemistry.  Biochemistry provides the knowledge base for all human and animals health studies. In order to help you get the... more

Level: Short Course

Start on your path with Biochemistry I (Plants) ! This excellent course will start you on your way with a sound foundation in plant biochemistry.   This course focuses on plants, though much of the course is applicable to both plants and animals. A Problem Based Approach for learning in this course, makes the educational experience practical and applied, helping you to understand, absorb... more

Level: Short Course

BE PREPARED FOR A CAREER IN HEALTH AND SCIENCES An essential foundation course for all people interested in human health, animal care and animal studies. The cell is the basic unit of life. Its knowledge is most essential to understand how life works for higher animals and plants.    Student Comment: "the course was better than I expected" "I am studying a Bachelor of Health Science next... more

Level: Short Course

IMPROVE YOUR ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGEThis course complements Engineering I, developing skills to apply appropriate and innovative engineering solutions, to improve efficiency and productivity in agriculture and horticulture. It covers: surveying, earthworks, water management, environmental control (eg. heating, cooling, ventilation, etc.), fencing, chemical applications, mechanising manual tasks,... more

Level: Short Course

Discover the world of Botany. The course contains the basis of plant science, and is an introduction to plant physiology and taxonomy, covering general botany including morphology and anatomy. This is very much an "applied" course, with relevance to the real world. Understand the relationship between the scientific principles of this unit and horticultural practices Demonstrate a knowledge of... more

Level: Short Course

An introductory subject which aims to develop your ability to manage the selection, operation and maintenance of tools and machinery, with particular reference to professional gardening, agriculture and horticulture. Learn the use and operation of tools, equipment and machines to keep them running smoothly by yourself. Explain the operation of different types of motors, including petrol and... more

Level: Short Course

DO YOU NEED TO COMMUNICATE WITH DOCTORS AND PATIENTS?A special course designed for people working or wishing to work in medical environments, with no medical training, to develop skills to communicate clearly and effectively using medical terminology. This course is relevant to anyone working or wishing to work in fields of health, alternative medicine or paramedical areas; such as reception for... more

Level: Short Course

ENHANCE YOUR CAREER IN HUMAN STUDIES This course describes why humans see, touch, smell, taste and hear the world around us like we do. It also shows with practical examples how our body is able to move and how to improve flexibility, performance and posture. The course guides you to a better understanding of the operation of muscles and nerves, in movements and reactions observed in the... more

Level: Short Course

This course part of many advanced courses such as our many health science advanced diplomas and some horticultural diplomas Further develop your knowledge of biochemistry.  Recently updated (2009), this course is designed for people working or wishing to work in a human or animal health or science related profession, as practitioner, educator or researcher.  In Biochemistry III (Animal... more

Level: Short Course

Synthesize a successful career with Biochemistry III (Plants). This course will deepen your knowledge of Biochemistry with an emphasis on plants. This is an advanced course in biochemistry that will give you a deep understanding on how life processes work, where living organism obtain their energy and nutrients and how these are processed to renew and develop new living materials.  A great... more

Level: Short Course

Build the backbone of your career with Biochemistry II This informative course focuses on the important building blocks of life such as: amino acids, proteins, sugars, polysaccharides, lipids, enzymes, vitamins, homones, RNA and DNA.  There is an emphasis on biochemical molecules which will help prepare you for Biochemistry III (Biochemical Processes) Suggested Prior Learning: Plant or... more

Level: Short Course

An advanced course on human physiology that will develop further your understanding of the principles of physiology, examining functions of the cells, tissues and systems of the human body. The course details how our bodies maintain internal equilibrium and health while exposed to the most variable range of conditions, such as physical, psychological and environmental factors. A course... more

Level: Short Course

This course explains the principles and practices of plant physiology. The course is designed for all those that need to know plants in depth, how they work, how they grow, which factors promote their development and which factors hinders their growth. Investigate the physiology of growth development and flowering. Examine the nature of phytochrome and its effect on flowering in the phytochrome... more

Level: Short Course

Rise above the mean with statistics! Strengthen your career with this course in Statistics. If you want to develop scientifically-based research studies, this is your starting point. Learn how to interpret data sets, and how to prove your point based on scientifically proven methods This course provides the most essential knowledge and skills required by consultants and researchers in a wide... more

Level: Short Course

If you love animals and want to learn more about them, if you are involved in animal care and protection, animal management, wildlife management and care, veterinary, science teaching, or environmental management and protection, this course is just for you. This course has recently been updated and will give you a thorough understanding of “higher” animals’ Zoology and Evolution, together... more

Level: Short Course

An advanced anatomy course developed for people wishing to develop a career in health and human sciences, paramedical jobs and alternative therapists, specially massage therapists and other health care professions working in close contact with the patients body. Topics covered include surface anatomy, regional and systemic anatomy I & II, radiographic and diagnostic anatomy, plus cytology. This... more

Level: Certificate

DO YOU WANT A CAREER IN SCIENCES...? And you want to try the waters first? you want to do it in step by step?  Then our Certificate is the best course for you. It gives you an excellent foundation in applied science with many options to select specialisation (plant, animal, environmental, health) and very relevant subjects in science today. The Certificate in Applied Sciences is also an... more

Level: Certificate

Learn and Work in Plant SciencesTake the first step to lay a sound foundation to work in Plant or Environmental Sciences: as a technician, in services, sales or supplies. ... more

Level: Advanced Certificate

A specially designed certificate for people wishing to work or working in animal care, animal health care or environment wishing to deepen their knowledge in animal care, animal science and zoology.  Also very good foundation for those considering higher qualifications in animal studies, like Zoology, Mammalogy or Biology, as a shorter qualification before commiting to longer studies.  ... more

Level: Advanced Certificate

APPLY PLANT SCIENCE TO COMMERCIAL SITUATIONS Many industries offer significant employment or business opportunities for people who have a moderate understanding of plant science, provided this knowledge is accompanied with a real sense of how it can be applied for commercial benefit in the real world. The course aims to balance scientific knowledge with practical application. The certificate... more

Level: Diploma

This unique course is designed to develop scientific knowledge and skills that have an application and are in demand in today's world. A unique Diploma designed for people wishing to work or already working in science related jobs that want to further their knowledge and understanding in sciences, to improve employability and further your professional career. Also, this course provides an... more