Diploma of Health Science
Torrens University Australia
CRICOS provider number: 03389E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12209
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The Diploma of Health Science provides a thorough understanding of how the human body functions as well as access to a broad range of electives which provide key knowledge and skills for use in a variety of healthcare professions, allowing you to tailor the course to suit your desired career.
It also covers the foundations you need for further study in the Bachelor of Health Science specialising in Nutrition, Naturopathy and Western Herbal Medicine. Graduate with the academic and practical skills for further study or a rewarding career in the broader complementary medicine and healthcare industries.
With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and gain entry into the second year of a Bachelor degree.
Learning outcomes:
- Understand the core principles of biological and social sciences.
- Explore how the body functions and maintains health in different environments.
- Develop an understanding of health theories and initiatives to improve outcomes.
- Refine your research skills, focusing on the importance of evidence-based practice.
Note: This course is also available at our Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus or Online.
Areas of study
Biological foundations, complementary medicine foundations, evidence based practice, foundations of public health, human structure and physiology, understanding health.
Career opportunities
Clinic administrator, nutritional advisor, pharmacy assistant.
Practical experience
You will have the opportunity to complete a non-compulsory Work-Integrated Learning placement in electives Food Science, Systems and Policy, or Botany and Herbal Manufacturing. This placement will support you to establish a connection with the industry and help you to prepare for employment opportunities upon graduation. Upon graduation, you are eligible to attain Associate Membership with the Complementary Medicine Association (CMA).
Fees and charges
Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.
Essential requirements for admission
Year 12 qualification: Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
Admission criteria
ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.
All Applicants
Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.
Student profile
Visit the Torrens University website.
Further information
View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.
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The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses typically cost you more than equivalent Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses – read about university course costs.
Many courses are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Explore other Torrens University course options.