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Diploma in Health.

Study a
Diploma in Health.

Prepare for success with
Flinders University Academy.

Prepare for success with Flinders University Academy

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Didn't meet entry requirements for your undergraduate health degree?

Don't waste any more time – Flinders Academy is your fast track to a Flinders degree.

Study a Diploma in Health at Flinders University Academy, you will gain direct entry into year 2 of a variety of Flinders health degrees. You'll study in the heart of our Bedford Park campus and be a Flinders student from day one, and benefit from all the support and campus activities available.  

Working in small groups with dedicated educators, our program ensures you will learn specialist knowledge to influence the future of health in one of Australia’s fasted growing industries. You can complete the first year of a Flinders Health degree in a learning environment that is tailored to your unique learning needs – and be ready to step into your career in 3 years.

Key Information

Diploma in Health | CRICOS code 109282B

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Duration

8 or 12 months

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Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

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Delivery Mode

Full-time, face-to face at our Bedford Park campus

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Annual Fees

2025: AUD $36,400

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or other accepted equivalent test scores.

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Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with minimum ATAR of 40 or a comparable educational level in your home country. 

Key Information

Diploma in Health

CRICOS code 109282B

time duration.png

Duration

8 or 12 months

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Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

education.png

Delivery Mode

Full-time, face-to face at our Bedford Park campus

annual fees.png

Annual Fees

2025: AUD $36,400

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0) or equivalent.

 

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with minimum ATAR of 40 or a comparable educational level in your home country. 

What can you expect from the Diploma in Health?

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This full-time course includes 24 hours of face-to-face instruction per week.  

  • Students studying an 8 month diploma will study 4 x 4.5 unit topics per study period supported by core skills classes in language, numeracy and study skills.

  • Students studying a 12 month diploma will cover the same content over three study periods with the final study plan determined by topic availability.

  • In addition, students can attend between 2 to 6 hours of support and elective classes per week. 

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Working in small groups with dedicated educators you will be exposed to English, Numeracy and Study Skills while learning specialist knowledge that will launch you into your destination degree.  Learning will be collaborative and engaging using the latest transition pedagogy techniques. 

Students in the Flinders University Academy will be supported to develop their emerging identity in an Australian context. They will also work closely with students enrolled across the Academy to explore common areas of study and to facilitate transition to the Australian university environment.  

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Support classes provide students with further opportunity to accelerate their learning and focus on skill areas that they would like to improve. These classes can provide tailored English language content and activities to prepare students for the field of study in their destination degree. 

Your pathway to a Flinders degree keyboard_arrow_up

 Explore the links below to find your destination degree options for the Diploma in Health: 

  • Bachelor of Health Sciences
    Specialisations including; Aging, Innovation, Health Promotion, Health Management, Digital Health, Physiology and Neuroscience, Psychology, Therapy Studies
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Psychological Science
  • Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Social Work
  • Bachelor of Public Health
  • Bachelor of Medical Sciences
  • Bachelor of Human Nutrition
    Specialisations including; Aging, Digital Health, Dietetics Pathway
  • Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
Scholarships keyboard_arrow_up

Upon successful completion of your diploma, you will be eligible for a full duration 20% scholarship on your destination degree. Check here to find your eligibility.

Your pathway to a Flinders Health degree

fIRST YEAR

Study a Diploma in Health for
8 or 12 months

SECOND YEAR

Gain direct entry into Year 2 of your destination degree at Flinders University
Select an undergraduate degree from a diverse range of fields and careers within the Health sector

Bachelor of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Occupational Therapy

Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Psychological Science

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Bachelor of Social Work

Bachelor of Public Health

Bachelor of Medical Sciences

Bachelor of Human Nutrition

Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics

Gain direct entry into Year 2 of your destination degree at Flinders University
Select an undergraduate degree from a diverse areas range of fields and careers within the Health sector

Bachelor of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Public Health
Bachelor of Medical Sciences
Bachelor of Human Nutrition
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics

THIRD YEAR

Graduate with a Flinders Health degree
and specialised knowledge

Join the workforce with skills that equip you for a career in the health sector or continue to postgraduate studies in your chosen health profession

“Flinders has an outstanding reputation in health sciences disciplines, and it is one of the few universities which have long-standing history of providing quality education and training for allied health professionals.

The teaching staff are also extremely helpful and supportive. They show genuine care for students and are actively engaged in maximising their learning outcomes.”

Toby Yeung
Master of Speech Pathology, Hong Kong

“Flinders has an outstanding reputation in health sciences disciplines, and it is one of the few universities which have long-standing history of providing quality education and training for allied health professionals.

The teaching staff are also extremely helpful and supportive. They show genuine care for students and are actively engaged in maximising their learning outcomes.”

Toby Yeung
Master of Speech Pathology, Hong Kong

Ready to begin your pathway journey to Flinders?

Get in touch with Flinders University Academy to find out more.   

Study a
Diploma in Health.

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