Course

Diploma in Health Science (Health and Physical Education)(exit only)

Approved Abbreviation: DipHlthSci(Hl&PE)

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Western Sydney University Course Code: 7088.1

AQF Level: 5

CRICOS Code: 091415A

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The Diploma in Health Science (Health and Physical Education) is available as an exit point only from 6001 - Diploma in Health Science/Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education)

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 (Health and Physical Education) 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 Bachelor of Health Science degree. It is delivered in a smaller, more supportive learning environment than usually found in first year undergraduate programs. Students who successfully complete the Diploma in Health Science (Health and Physical Education) will articulate into the Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education) degree at Western Sydney University with up to one year (80 credit points) 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 year full-time (three terms)

Admission

This course is an exit award only

The aim of the course is to prepare students for tertiary study in health science. The Diploma is accredited by the University, as principal, to enable its agent, Western Sydney University, The College to produce students who are fully prepared for study beyond the first year of a tertiary award.

Local Students

Local students entering this Diploma are required to have

• Completed an English unit in the NSW Higher School Certificate, Or

• Competency in English at IELTS 6.0 equivalent (unless a native speaker) Or

• Passed the English test administered by Western Sydney University, The College at IELTS 6.0 equivalent Or

• Passed the Foundation Studies Academic English unit, offered by Western Sydney University, The College at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied.

Met other entry requirements such as

• An ATAR identified prior to the offer of a place (the ATAR will be set each year at a level below that for admission for the Bachelor of Health Science), Or

• Completed the Foundation Studies course offered by Western Sydney University, The College, with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher

International Students

International students entering the Diploma must satisfy one of the following language requirements

• IELTS 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each sub band Or

• Completed the EAP 4 course offered by Western Sydney University, The College with a 50% pass Or

• Passed the English test administered by Western Sydney University, The College at IELTS 6.0 equivalent Or

• Passed the Foundation Studies Academic English unit, offered by Western Sydney University, The College at C grade level or higher for which advanced standing can be applied.

Academic Entry Requirements vary according to country of origin. However, in general

• Completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement Or

• Completed the Foundation Studies course offered by Western Sydney University, The College, with a Grade Point Average of 5.5 or higher.

Course Structure

This course is an exit award only

Students must pass the following University level units, which will allow students to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Health Science (PDHPE) course at Western Sydney University with 80 credit points of advanced standing.

700067

Professional Health Competencies (WSTC)

700066

Population Health and Society (WSTC)

700062

Communication in Health (WSTC)

700060

Psychology and Health (WSTC)

700061

Introduction to Human Biology (WSTC)

700064

Foundations of Research and Evidence-Based Practice (WSTC)

700065

Approaches to Health Promotion (WSTC)

700073

Fundamentals of Exercise Science (WSTC)

Students must also pass the following preparatory units for which no advanced standing will be granted in the Western Sydney University degree program.

700056

Academic English (WSTC Prep)

700190

Fundamentals of Health Science (WSTC Prep)

Students must also pass the following non-award unit which does not count for credit towards the Diploma.

700170

Tertiary Study Skills in Health Science (WSTC Prep)