Diploma of Health Sciences
- Direct entry to the 2nd year of the Bachelor degrees in Exercise and Sports Science, Health Sciences, Nutrition Science, Psychological Science, Public Health and Health Promotion and Biomedical Science
- Supportive learning environment provides the best possible preparation for Deakin University
- Study on a Deakin University campus with full access to accommodation, support services
This course provides a sound knowledge and understanding of the health of individuals, communities and population. It will allow you to enter a wide variety of undergraduate courses at Deakin University in areas such as health sciences, psychology, exercise and sport science, food and nutrition and public health and health promotion.
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
Campus Information
Melbourne Burwood
The Melbourne Burwood Campus is Deakin University’s busiest campus, with around 26,000 students and 1500 staff. Here you can enjoy all the wonderful benefits of Melbourne’s thriving metropolis while studying amongst leafy green parklands. Located approximately 16 kilometres from the city centre the campus boasts architecturally designed buildings and state of the art teaching facilities. The campus offers many study and break out areas for socialising and downtime. The campus also boats many sporting facilities, cafes and an impressive library. Deakin College classes are taught in a purpose-built centre right in the heart of the campus.
Geelong Waurn Ponds
Our campus at Deakin Waurn Ponds is located on the western edge of Geelong and truly offers students the best of both worlds. Not only do you have the opportunity to study within our stunning modern campus, but you are also situated close to some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches and of course, the world famous Great Ocean Road. The campus is home to the Geelong Technology Precinct which provides research and development capabilities and opportunities for both university industry partnerships and new enterprises in the region. The campus is thoroughly modern with purpose-built, spacious new buildings, modern classrooms, outdoor areas and parklands to enjoy. The campus offers extensive sporting and lifestyle facilities including a running track, a deluxe health club including fully equipped gym, group fitness classes and work out studios.
Intakes
- March
- June
- Oct
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
- Deakin is among the top-performing Australian universities for overall employment outcomes. This includes having the best employment rate in the Australian State of Victoria for bachelor’s degree graduates.
- DeakinTALENT talent is dedicated to getting your career ready and has a number of special programs in place that are aimed specifically at international students.
- DeakinTALENT is ready to work with you from day one of your Deakin degree to help prepare you to pursue the career you want, and also to help you find part-time work while you study.
PSW Opportunity
- No Post Study Work Visa for Courses less than 2 Years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry into the relevant Bachelor degree*
completed and passed eight Deakin College Diploma units;
a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 50%, taking into account all units attempted at Deakin College.
* Does not apply for entry into:
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate/Bachelor of Laws
Where the following criteria applies:
completed and passed eight Deakin College Diploma of Commerce units
a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 70% (distinction average), taking into account all units attempted at Deakin College
overall IELTS score of 7 with minimum band scores of 6.5
Note: Please take into consideration the intakes of the desired destination course.
Entry to Diploma courses requires the successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent.Specific academic entry requirements are listed below. Students with qualifications that are not listed should forward their application and academic results to Deakin College for assessment.
Note: Diploma of Engineering requires a pre-requisite subject of mathematics (Year 12 or equivalent)
Completion of the All India Senior School Certificate or State Board with an overall 58% aggregate
Cambridge: English Advanced (CAE)
FCE Level B2
Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI)
EAP 2
GCE O-level
C6
HK Form 5
60% in Form 5 English Language
HKDSE
Level 3 HKDSE English
IELTS
Diploma: 5.5 (with no band score below 5.5)
Pearsons Test of English Academic (PTE)
42-49
TOEFL Computer Based
196
TOEFL Paper Based
525
TOELF iBT
Diploma
52 – Writing 19, Speaking 16, Listening and Reading 5
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Grade 4 in English
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
33475 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A