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Diploma of Health Science

Western Sydney University

Parramatta, Australia
1 year
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

A health degree joining human biology, Public health and healthcare systems.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (None by default: a one-year graduate diploma cannot meet the 92-week / 16-month Temporary Graduate study requirement alone. If combined with other CRICOS degree-level study in Australia totalling 92+ weeks: 2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; default Graduate Diploma stay 2 years, longer if previous study would have attracted a longer stay; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months).): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Health Science can develop the ability to interpret health-related evidence
Apply appropriate safety and professional practices
Communicate effectively with patients or stakeholders and evaluate care or service needs. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Clinical laboratory technician
Medical assistant
Paramedic
Dental assistant
Athletic trainer
Physical therapist
Occupational therapist
Physician assistant (with further education)

Curriculum

Four-year major: human biology and body systems
Healthcare systems
Public health
Community and environmental health
Nutrition and wellness
Health behavior and promotion
Epidemiology. Concentrations: pre-occupational therapy
Pre-physical therapy
Pre-physician assistant
Public health
General. Guaranteed internship
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

A recognised bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree (AEI-NOOSR)
Some programmes need a relevant degree
Work experience or professional registration (see the handbook).

Accepted academic background

Recognised bachelor degree equivalent to an Australian degree (AEI-NOOSR), Some programmes need a relevant degree, Work experience or professional registration (see handbook)

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest)
TOEFL iBT 82 (Writing 21
PTE Academic Speaking 18
IELTS 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Certified academic transcripts and qualifications
Passport identification page
English proficiency evidence if required
Additional program-specific documents if requested

How to apply

Check the entry and English requirements for your course. Apply free through the International Application System
directly or via an agent. Receive your Offer of Admission (provisional
packaged pathway or conditional) and read the International Fee and Refund Agreement and OSHC information. Pay fees and receive your eCoE. Apply for the student visa with proof of funds and arrange OSHC. Attend orientation and study full time.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$39,117 AUD
Application fee	$0 AUD
Deposit	$68,827 AUD

Program details

Campus	Parramatta
Faculty or school	Faculty of Health
Department	School of Health Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	None by default: a one-year graduate diploma cannot meet the 92-week / 16-month Temporary Graduate study requirement alone. If combined with other CRICOS degree-level study in Australia totalling 92+ weeks: 2 years (Temporary Graduate visa subclass 485, Post-Higher Education Work stream; default Graduate Diploma stay 2 years, longer if previous study would have attracted a longer stay; one-time (no repeat as primary applicant); apply in Australia within 6 months of course completion while holding or having held a Student visa in the last 6 months; age 35 or under; Temporary Graduate study requirement: CRICOS-registered qualification(s) taught in English totalling at least 2 academic years (92 CRICOS weeks), completed in Australia in no less than 16 calendar months on a visa allowing study; English: IELTS Academic/General 6.5 overall, 5.5 each band (or equivalent) within 12 months).
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
July 2027
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No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 1 year.