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Diploma of Health Science

Diploma of Health Science

The Diploma of Health Science is a versatile one-year degree offering foundational knowledge in biological and social sciences. With a range of electives and specialisations available in public health, naturopathy, nutrition, Chinese medicine and more, you can tailor your study to fit your career goals. Throughout the course, you will…

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Torrens University Australia

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Diploma of Health Science is a versatile one-year degree offering foundational knowledge in biological and social sciences. With a range of electives and specialisations available in public health, naturopathy, nutrition, Chinese medicine and more, you can tailor your study to fit your career goals.

Throughout the course, you will learn how the human body functions as well as core concepts in chemistry and evidence-based practice. Jump straight into the workforce with this qualification or pursue further study in Natural Therapies or Public Health through our pathways program.

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.

Career opportunities

Graduate with the academic and practical skills for further study in a more specialised field or step into a rewarding career in the broad complementary medicine and healthcare industries. This diploma can help you find work in areas as varied as public or community health, recipe or product development, retail or sales of health and wellbeing products, and content creation for health organisations.

Potential career paths

Pharmacy Assistant

Program Assistant in Aged Care

Retail Assistant in Nutrition

Medical Practice Coordinator

Marketing Representative

Product Development Assistant

REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of at least 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5, 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent

OR

Australian secondary school certificate, or equivalent Senior Secondary qualification, or Baccalaureate Diploma

Academic IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.5) or equivalent.

OR alternative entry requirement may be available. Alternative entry may include assessment and approval of prior study, or successful completion of a readiness assessment.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Torrens University Australia

Torrens University Australia was designed with one purpose, employability. It’s at the centre of all that the university does, with industry relevant courses taught by leading experts. The university has strong connections, offering industry placements with more than 3,600 industry contacts.Built on the strong foundations of distinguished schools and colleges, such as Billy Blue College of Design and Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Torrens University is Australia’s fastest growing university. All the university’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses are designed with industry, for industry.With faculties in Design and Creative Technology, Business, Hospitality, Education and Health. Torrens University offers flexible higher educational study options on-campus, online or a hybrid of both.

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Torrens University Australia

Torrens University Australia was designed with one purpose, employability. It’s at the centre of all that the university does, with industry relevant courses taught by leading experts. The university has strong connections, offering industry placements with more than 3,600 industry contacts.
Built on the strong foundations of distinguished schools and colleges, such as Billy Blue College of Design and Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School, Torrens University is Australia’s fastest growing university. All the university’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses are designed with industry, for industry.
With faculties in Design and Creative Technology, Business, Hospitality, Education and Health. Torrens University offers flexible higher educational study options on-campus, online or a hybrid of both.

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