Diploma of Health Science (UniLink)
In the Diploma of Health Science, students will study concepts, theories, practices and evidence relating to health science in today’s world.
Awarded by
Swinburne University of Technology
Overview
About this course
The Diploma of Health Science (UniLink) is a university pathway programme designed to prepare you for undergraduate study in health and allied health disciplines at Swinburne University of Technology. The programme covers concepts, theories, practices, and evidence relating to health science in today's world, including global health issues facing individuals and communities. This diploma is structured to mirror the first year of a Swinburne bachelor's degree, offering smaller class sizes and more one-on-one time with lecturers. On successful completion of all eight units, students can progress with one year's credit into a designated bachelor's degree at Swinburne. Three intakes are available each year in February, June, and October.
Why choose this course
Guaranteed pathway to Swinburne bachelor's degrees in Health Science and allied fields
University-style learning with smaller classes and dedicated academic support
Covers global health, evidence-based practice, and community health concepts
Three intakes per year for flexible entry
Internationally recognised qualification through Swinburne's UniLink pathway
What you will learn
Understand foundational concepts, theories, and practices in health science
Examine global health issues affecting individuals and communities
Apply evidence-based approaches to health science contexts
Develop academic research and writing skills for university-level study
Build communication and teamwork skills for health professional environments
Skills you will gain
At a glance
Level
Diploma
Duration
8 months
Full-time
Location
Intakes
N/A
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirement
Sri Lankan GCE A-Level
Satisfactory completion of a minimum of three subjects.
UK/Cambridge A-Level
Satisfactory completion of a minimum of three subjects; or
Predicted grade: minimum of three passes and minimum score of six.
Other Recognized Pathways
Successfully completed an Australian recognised foundation programme in Sri Lanka.
English Proficiency Requirement
Sri Lankan GCE O-level
C grade for English Language in Sri Lankan GCE O-level and successful completion of Sri Lankan GCE A-level.
Sri Lankan GCE A-level
C grade for General English.
UK/Cambridge GCE O-Level
C grade or four.
UK/Cambridge GCE A-level
C grade in one of: AS or A level general paper, AS or A level general studies, AS or A level English Literature, AS or A level English Language and Literature, or AS or A level English language.
IELTS (Academic Module)
Overall 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0.
PTE Academic
42 (no communicative skill less than 36).
Course Structure
Introduction to Human Biology
BIO10001
Core Unit
Health in a Social Context
HEA10001
Core Unit
Global Health
HEA10002
Core Unit
Introduction to Health Science Research
HEA10003
Core Unit
Foundations of Health Science
HEA10004
Core Unit
Human Nutrition
NUT10001
Core Unit
Introduction to Public Health
PUB10001
Core Unit
Health and Wellbeing
HEA10005
Core Unit
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
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total
Application fee: LKR 150,000
Scholarships & Discounts
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Course Facts
Location
Colombo, Kandy
Duration
8 months | full-time
Upcoming Intakes
Tuition Fees
total
Course fee: LKR 1,083,000
Application fee: LKR 150,000
