Diploma of Health Science

Charles Darwin University

Australia, Darwin

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Charles Darwin University

Australia , Darwin

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

0101029

Credit point

80 Points

Campuses

Casuarina campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 32,352 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2026

Diploma of Health Science

About

The Diploma of Health Science will provide you with a range of skills and knowledge applicable to the Australian health care system, including health promotion, communication skills and cultural safety in healthcare. Graduates have the opportunity to access entry level health related roles across health services and organisations. Employment options include roles as health administrators, health promotion or public health workers.

Disciplines

Faculty of Health

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Australian Defence Force (ADF) members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
- Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
- Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
- Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
Current School Leaver Pathways:
- Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
- School recommendation program

* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

Essential requirements

English language requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30)	Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)	A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)	A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency	A minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module	A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)	A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: [email protected].

ATAR profile

The following table represents the ATAR and selection rank profile for applicants offered a place on the basis of their ATAR in semester 1, 2024

ATAR based offers only	ATAR (excluding adjustment factors)	Selection Rank (ATAR plus any adjustment factors)
Lowest rank to receive an offer	<5	<5
Median rank to receive an offer	<5	<5
Highest rank to receive an offer	<5	<5

Notes
"<5" indicates less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.

English Program Requirements

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30)	Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)	A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)	A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency	A minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module	A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)	A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: [email protected].

Career

Career opportunities

Graduating from this course may lead to career opportunities in areas such as health promotion, primary and community health centres, non-government organisations, social services, health clerk, therapy services officer.