This course provides a sound knowledge and understanding of the health of individuals, communities and population. If will allow you to enter a wide variety of undergraduate course at Deakin University in areas such as health sciences, psychology, exercise and sport science, food and nutrition and public health and health promotion.
WHERE THE COURSE CAN LEAD YOU
The Diploma of Health Sciences is equivalent to the first year of university and can lead into the second year of the following Deakin University degrees:
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
- Bachelor of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Nutrition Science
- Bachelor of Psychological Science
- Bachelor of Public Health and Health Promotion
- Bachelor of Sport Development
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Completion of Year 12 at high school or a selected post-secondary certificate or diploma.
LENGTH
- 8 or 12 months
We offer two options, a fast-track option, allowing you to complete our diploma course in just 8 months. Or our standard 12-month option.
POTENTIAL CAREERS
Employment and career options upon completing your Bachelor degree:
- Case Manager
- Case Worker
- Community Health Officer
- Counsellor
- Development Manager
- Disability Officer
- Exercise Scientist
- Fitness Advisor
- Food Product Developer
- Food Quality Assurance Manager
- Health Educator
- Health Promotion Officer
- Market Researcher
- Nutritionist
- Project Officer
- Sports Coach
- Vocational Guidance Worker
KEEN TO APPLY OR WANT MORE INFO?
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