Diploma of Health Sciences

Macquarie University

The Diploma of Health Sciences introduces you to the fundamental concepts of health and wellbeing, evidence-based health practice and health systems.

The diploma is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree. If you successfully complete the diploma and meet the entry requirements, you can progress directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Health Sciences without losing any time, as you’ll receive credit for the units you complete in the diploma.

Key features

• Fast-track to the second year of a bachelor degree
• Undertake this diploma and be ideally prepared for entry into the second year of a Macquarie bachelor degree.
• Deeply engage with your chosen area
• Study units in human structure and function, introductory psychology, wellbeing lifestyle factors, professional practice and more.
• Improve your academic knowledge and study skills
• Undertake teaching and learning activities that will help you improve your academic knowledge and study skills.
• Enjoy small class sizes and extra support
• Study in small classes and get personalised support from our highly qualified and experienced teachers.