Diploma of Health

University of Canberra

Australia, Canberra

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University of Canberra

Australia , Canberra

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

UC College

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines10-Aug-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 24,420 / year(s)

Next Intake 10-Aug-2026

Diploma of Health

About

Kick-start your career in health

Are you interested in pursuing a career in health? Our Diploma in Health at the University of Canberra is designed as a pathway into a range of health-related degrees such as Health Administration, Health Promotion, Public Health or Sports Administration. With a variety of employment opportunities available in both health and community organisations, studying a Diploma in Health will provide you with the skills to succeed in an ever-valuable industry.

Study a Diploma in Health at UC and you will:

evelop an awareness of core health principles to contemporary health issues.
understand and apply effective basic technical and communication skills for health professionals.
develop relevant skills for further learning in a variety of health disciplines.
gain skills in critical thinking and analysis of information in a health care context.

Course specific information

This course is delivered in two semesters full-time or equivalent.

Study opportunities

On finishing your diploma you can enter directly into 2nd year of a:

Bachelor of Health Science
Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement)
Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional Studies)
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Note: UC College courses fees may differ – please visit our Course Fees page for more information.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Students are required to meet English Language requirements and general admission requirements to the University of Canberra College.

English Program Requirements

An overall IELTS Academic score (or equivalent) of 5.5, with no band score below 5.5.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 24,420

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

If you’re an international student applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree, you can apply directly to UC using our online application portal or through an agent from our international agent network.

Choosing UC for a student exchange or study abroad program

If you’re an international student currently enrolled at an overseas university and you’d like to study at UC on a student exchange or study abroad program, you also need to apply through UC’s online application portal.

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia

You should apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) if you're an international student in your final year of secondary school and studying any of the following programs in Australia: