Diploma of Health Science - internal

Torrens University Australia - Fortitude Valley

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Overview

The Diploma of Health Science provides a thorough understanding of how the human body functions as well as access to a broad range of electives which provide key knowledge and skills for use in a variety of healthcare professions, allowing you to tailor the course to suit your desired career. It also covers the foundations you need for further study in the Bachelor of Health Science specialising in Nutrition, Naturopathy and Western Herbal Medicine.

Area of study:
Biological Foundations
Human Structure & Physiology
Evidence-based Practice


Industry partners and work placements:
You will have the opportunity to complete a non-compulsory Work-Integrated Learning placement in electives Food Science, Systems and Policy, or Botany and Herbal Manufacturing. This placement will support you to establish a connection with the industry and help you to prepare for employment opportunities upon graduation. Upon graduation, you are eligible to attain Associate Membership with the Complementary Medicine Association (CMA).
Work placement hours :20 hours non-compulsory work placement

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Prerequisites

Potential Career Outcomes

Graduate with the academic and practical skills for further study or a rewarding career in the broader complementary medicine and healthcare industries. Upon completion, you will have career opportunities across various healthcare settings as well as the option to continue studying at Bachelor level.

Career paths:
Clinic Administrator
Nutritional Advisor
Pharmacy Assistant
Steppingstone Program

ATAR & Selection Rank

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Admission Criteria

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University

Torrens University Australia

Campus

Fortitude Valley

Course Type

Diploma

Study Area

Health Sciences

Delivery Mode

On-campus

Duration

Full-time: 1 years, Part-time: 2 years

Indicative ATAR

Unknown

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State
SA
Type
University
Courses
271
Campuses
Adelaide Campus Fortitude Valley Gotha Street Leura and Sydney Melbourne Sydney (Kent Street) Sydney (Pyrmont) Sydney (Surry Hills) and Online Sydney (Ultimo)
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