Course

Diploma in Health Science Fast Track

Approved Abbreviation: DipHlthSc

Western Sydney University Course Code: 7019.3

AQF Level: 5

CRICOS Code: 072430D

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 2014 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: 2012 - 7019.2 Diploma in Health Science (Fast Track

Commencement Year: 2011 - 7019.1 Diploma in Health Science (Health Promo, Health Services Mgt & Therapeutic Rec'n Pathway) Fast Track

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

The Diploma in Health Science Fast Track 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. 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.

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

Western Sydney University, The College

Study Mode
Eight months full-time (two terms)

Admission

The aim of the course is to prepare students for tertiary study in Health Science areas of Health Promotion, Health Services Management, Therapeutic Recreation and Public Health. 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

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 6.0 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 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.

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 6.0 or higher.

Course Structure

Successful completion of the units listed below 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.

700065

Approaches to Health Promotion (WSTC)

700062

Communication in Health (WSTC)

700064

Foundations of Research and Evidence-Based Practice (WSTC)

700061

Introduction to Human Biology (WSTC)

700067

Professional Health Competencies (WSTC)

700066