Course

Diploma in Health Science Extended

Approved Abbreviation: DipHlthSc

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Western Sydney University Course Code: 7068.1

AQF Level: 5

CRICOS Code: 085504F

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This course is delivered by Western Sydney University, The College as an agent of Western Sydney University.

This program is designed to provide students with the first year units included in the Bachelor of Health Science course. It presents students with subjects covering introductory Science, Communication and Health aspects of the Bachelor of Health Science course and aims to produce students who are fully prepared for study beyond the first year of the B Health Science degree. The inclusion of additional preparatory units is designed to assist students in the transition to study at University level.

Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Health Science Extended will articulate into the B Health Science degree - Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation and Public Health key programs - at Western Sydney University with up to one year (80 CPs) equivalent of advanced standing.

For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.

Western Sydney University, The College

Study Mode
One and a half years full-time (four terms) or three years part-time (eight terms).

Admission

Recent School Leavers

Completion of Year 12 with specified ATAR to be determined year by year.

International Students

IELTS 6.0 with minimum 5.0 in each sub band; or equivalent results from either the English Language Program or English Entrance Test administered by Western Sydney University, The College.and completion of year 11 or equivalent with specified results.

Non-Credentialed Students

Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents either aged 18 years or over or completed Year 11 equivalent.

Course Structure

Students are categorised into three Pathways. See individual links below for detailed course structure.

Local Recent School Leavers

A7012

WSTC Health Science Extended Local Recent School Leavers

International Students

A7013

WSTC Health Science Extended International Students

Non-credentialed Applicants

A7014

WSTC Health Science Extended Non-Credentialed Applicants