About this program
Diploma of Health Science
The Diploma of Health Science will provide you with a range of skills and knowledge applicable to the Australian health care system, including health promotion, communication skills and cultural safety in healthcare. Graduates have the opportunity to access entry level health related roles across health services and organisations. Employment options include roles as health administrators, health promotion or public health workers.
Admission requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:
- Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
- Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
- Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
- Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education in an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
- IELTS Academic Module: A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
- Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency: A minimum overall grade of B2.
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic module A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
- TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT): A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Program content
Core Units
- Introduction to Health Promotion
- Communication Skills
- Society, culture and health: A sociological introduction
Specialist Elective
Allied Health
- Australia's Healthcare System and Policies
- Anatomy and Physiology 1
- Anatomy and Physiology 2
- Basics of Epidemiology
- Project Management
Chiropractic Studies
- Anatomy and Physiology 1
- Anatomy and Physiology 2
- Microbiology and Immunology (replaces SBI173 from 2021)
- Concepts of Physics
- Cellular Biology (replaces MLS245 Medical Biochemistry from 2021)
Health Services Management
- Australia's Healthcare System and Policies
- Perspectives of Indigenous Health
- Chronic Conditions Management
- Project Management
- Social Research Methods
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tuition fee: $30,240.00
Qualification
Credits:80
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
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About this institute
Charles Darwin University
Charles Darwin University (CDU) is a sustainable, innovative, creative and inclusive new world university located in northern Australia teaching 24,000 students from more than 69 nationalities across 11 campuses and training centres, in over 100 regional and remote locations; and...
Why study at Charles Darwin University
High Graduate Salaries
CDU is ranked the number one Australian university for postgraduate employment outcomes.
Leader in Online Learning
CDU is a pioneer in e-learning and has been delivering courses online for almost 20 years. While you are studying online with CDU, you'll be studying with an innovative multi-sector university that is a leader in research and online study delivery.
Personal
With small class sizes, lecturers know your name and provide personalised support and advice.
Supportive
You will receive support from academic staff and the dedicated International Student Support team, who will work with you throughout your studies to ensure your success.
Convenient
Our main campus in Casuarina is surrounded by nature, with bike paths linking the University to the tropical surrounds, including a beautiful beach a few minutes away. Affordable public transport connects the campus to the Darwin Central Business District (CBD).
Dual-sector university is a pathway for everyone, from VET and undergraduate courses to postgraduate and higher degrees by research.
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