Program Overview

Introduction to the Diploma in Health

The Diploma in Health at Flinders University Academy is designed to provide students with a fast track to a Flinders degree. By studying this diploma, students will gain direct entry into year 2 of a variety of Flinders health degrees.

Program Overview

The Diploma in Health is a full-time, face-to-face program delivered at the Bedford Park campus. The program duration is either 8 or 12 months, with start dates in February, June, and October. Students will study in small groups with dedicated educators and will be exposed to English, numeracy, and study skills while learning specialist knowledge.

Key Information

Duration

• 8 or 12 months

Start Dates

• February: 12-month program
• June and October: 8-month program

Delivery Mode

• Full-time, face-to-face at the Bedford Park campus

Annual Fees

• 2026: AUD $38,200

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 a minimum ATAR of 40 or a comparable educational level in the home country

What to Expect from the Diploma in Health

Study Hours

• 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

What You Will Learn

• 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

Support Classes

• 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

Pathway to a Flinders Degree

Destination Degree Options

• Bachelor of Health Sciences (specializations: Digital Health, Health and Biomedical Sciences, 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 (minors: Aging, Digital Health, Dietetics Pathway)
• Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics

Scholarships

• Upon successful completion of the diploma, students will be eligible for a full-duration 20% scholarship on their destination degree

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 the destination degree at Flinders University
• Select an undergraduate degree from a diverse range of fields and careers within the Health sector

Third Year

• Graduate with a Flinders Health degree and specialized knowledge
• Join the workforce with skills that equip you for a career in the health sector or continue to postgraduate studies in the chosen health profession