Course

Diploma in Health Science (Health Promo, Health Services Mgt & Therapeutic Rec'n Pathway) Fast Track

Approved Abbreviation: DipHtlhSc

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Western Sydney University Course Code: 7019.1

CRICOS Code: 072430D

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This course replaces 7014 Diploma in Health Science Fast Track from Term 2, 2011.

Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced.  This version applies to students whose commencement year for this course is 2011 or later.

This course is delivered by Western Sydney University, The College as an agent off Western Sydney University.

The Diploma in Health Science (Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation Pathway) Fast Track is designed to provide students with the first year units included in the Bachelor of Health Science course. The Diploma presents students with subjects covering introductory Science, Communication and Health aspects of the Bachelor of Health Science course. The Diploma aims to produce students who are fully prepared for study beyond the first year of the Bachelor of Health Science degree in the specified key programs of Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation. This course, completed in a smaller, more supportive learning environment than usually found in first year undergraduate programs, is designed to develop students to have greater ability in self-directed study and have the self esteem that comes from prior achievement in a tertiary environment.

For more information on Western Sydney University, The College, please refer to their web site.

Western Sydney University, The College

Study Mode
Eight months (two semesters)

Admission

The aim of the course is to prepare students for tertiary study in Health Science areas of Health Promotion, Health Services Management and Therapeutic Recreation. The Diploma will be accredited by the University, as principal, to enable its agent, UWSCollege, to produce students who are fully prepared for study beyond the first year of a tertiary award.

1. English Entry Requirements. International students must satisfy one of the following language requirements:

• IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas, or

• Completion of UWS College EAPIIl course with a 50% pass, or

• A “B” grade in the Foundation Academic English unit, or

• A pass in The College English Entrance test at IELTS 6.0 equivalent.

2. Academic Entry Requirements

• Vary according to country of origin. However, in general, completion of Year 12 or its equivalent is the minimum entry requirement or to have passed the UWS College Foundation Certificate, offered by UWSCollege, with a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or higher.

Local students entering this Diploma are:

1. Required to have completed an English subject in the NSW Higher School Certificate; or to have competency in English at IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas (unless a native speaker); or have completed the UWS College English test at IELTS 6.0 equivalent with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas; or to have gained a “B” grade in the UWSCollege Foundation English unit.

2. Required to have met other entry requirements such as an ATAR identified prior to the offer of a place, or to have completed the UWS College Foundation Studies course, offered by UWS College, with a GPA of 6.0 or better.

Course Structure

Successful completion of the above units will allow students to enter the second year of the Bachelor of Health Science (with key programs in Health Promotion, Health Services Management, or Therapeutic Recreation) at Western Sydney University with 80cp advanced standing.

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of the units listed below.

700067

Professional Health Competencies (UWSC)

700066

Population Health and Society (UWSC)

700062

Communication in Health (UWSC)

700060

Psychology and Health (UWSC)

700061

Introduction to Human Biology (UWSC)

700064

Foundations of Research and Evidence-Based Practice (UWSC)

700063

Outdoor Recreation (UWSC)

700075

Professional Pathways in Health Science (UWSC)

Students also complete a special requirement unit, Tertiary Study Skills, although this does not count for credit towards the Diploma.