Course

Diploma in Health Science (exit only)

Approved Abbreviation: DipHtlhSc(ex)

Western Sydney University Course Code: 7018.4

AQF Level: 5

CRICOS Code: 068986B

The Diploma in Health Science is available as an exit point only from 6000 - Diploma in Health Science/Bachelor of Health Science

Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced. This version applies to students whose commencement year for this course is 2015 or later.

Units may be revised or replaced to ensure students are provided with up to date curriculum throughout their studies, and this may result in a new course version. Refer to the Check My Course Progress page in MySR for the most up to date information for your course.

Commencement Year: 2014 - 7018.3 Diploma in Health Science

Commencement Year: 2012 -2013 - 7018.2 Diploma in Health Science

Commencement Year: 2011 - 7018.1 Diploma in Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Mgmt & Therapeutic Recreatn Pathway)

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

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

Western Sydney University, The College

The Diploma in Health Science is designed to provide students with the first year units included in the Bachelor of Health Science course. The Diploma presents students with subjects covering introductory Science, Communication and Health aspects of the Bachelor of Health Science course. Transition to tertiary study is assisted by the inclusion of Foundation level Academic English and Science. The Diploma aims to produce students who are fully prepared for study beyond the first year of the Bachelor of Health Science degree in the specified key programs of Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation and public Health. This course, completed in a smaller, more supportive learning environment than usually found in first year undergraduate programs, is designed to develop students to have greater ability in self-directed study and have the self esteem that comes from prior achievement in a tertiary environment

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 areas of Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation. The Diploma will be 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 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 for.

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.

English Entry Requirements. 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 III 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 for.

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

Successful completion of the following units will allow students to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Health Science (with key programs in Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation or Public Health) at Western Sydney University with 80 credit points of advanced standing.

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of the units listed below.

700065Approaches to Health Promotion (WSTC)
700062Communication in Health (WSTC)
700064Foundations of Research and Evidence-Based Practice (WSTC)
700061Introduction to Human Biology (WSTC)
700067Professional Health Competencies (WSTC)
700066Population Health and Society (WSTC)
700060Psychology and Health (WSTC)
700075Professional Pathways in Health Science (WSTC)

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

700056Academic English (WSTC Prep)
700190Fundamentals of Health Science (WSTC Prep)

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

700170Tertiary Study Skills in Health Science (WSTC Prep)


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