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- Provides pathway into selected bachelor degrees in health, including Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Public Health.
- Develop academic and English language skills for successful study in the bachelor degree program.
- Successful graduates will receive up to one semester of credit (advanced standing) into selected health bachelor degrees.
- Learn to operate effectively in an Australian university setting.
Why choose this course?
Studying the Diploma in Health Science (Health Studies) at the QUT College will develop your academic skills, which will help you become more confident with your university studies. This diploma will also improve your academic English language skills, all while enjoying a complete university experience. Successful graduates will be guaranteed entry into one of the approved QUT Faculty of Health programs with up to 1 semester of advanced standing.
You will learn through university style lectures, tutorials and workshops with a focus on the development of independent learning skills.
Through QUT College, you will join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed. The QUT College community will also offer you valuable opportunities, such as the activities club, which will help you meet new friends and broaden your Australian learning experience. You will also be able to access a broad range of additional learning support.
Explore this course
QUT's Diploma in Health Science (Health Studies) is a pathway into a range of QUT undergraduate health programs including Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology), Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Public Health.
- Study first year academic content.
- On completion with the required results, receive a guaranteed place in your chosen degree with credit for prior learning (advanced standing).
- Develop your academic language and literacy skills through literature reviews and presentations.
- Join a collaborative and close-knit learning community in which you will receive the support you need to succeed.
- Study on campus with access to all services and facilities across the University.
Real-world facilities
This course is taught at QUT College, which is located at QUT's Kelvin Grove campus. The College is where you will spend most of your time going to classes and getting to know other international students. You will receive a QUT Student ID card which will give you access to all QUT's outstanding facilities, making you part of the fun and exciting QUT university community right from the start. Our community offers lifestyle and social opportunities, which will help you to enjoy a richer cultural experience.
Course articulation
Progression to your related Bachelor degree
To progress into your chosen QUT Bachelor degree you will need to meet the conditions listed in your offer letter, including:
- successful completion of the Diploma of Health Science (Health Studies).
To find more information regarding the progression requirements, refer to the 'Requirements' tab for your chosen Bachelor degree, and select 'Australia' from the country list.
Advanced Standing
After successful completion of the Diploma of Health Science (Health Studies) you are eligible for the 48 credit points (one semester) of advanced standing towards the following degree programs.
Remaining duration and semester of entry into your chosen degree:
It will take 3 years to complete:
- Bachelor of Public Health - February and July entry
- Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) - February and July entry
You are eligible for 24 credit points (two units) of advanced standing into the following programs. Remaining duration and semesters of entry:
It will take 4 years to complete:
- Bachelor of Social Work - February and July entry
If you are going to progress into the Bachelor of Social Work course, you will need to take one of the approved English language tests in order to meet the English language proficiency requirements. To improve your academic English language skills to achieve an IELTS 7.0 (sub-scores 7.0), we offer an IELTS Advanced program.
- ATAR/selection rank threshold
- 60.00
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2024.
Don't have a ATAR/selection rank?
- Course code
- HL10
- CRICOS code
- 094986G
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- Kelvin Grove
- 8 - 12 months full-time
- February, July and November
- Duration: 8 months full-time (for July and November start) ; 12 months full-time (for February start).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
I completed secondary school in Australia
- ATAR/selection rank
- 60.00
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
162 | 154 | 154 | 154 | 154 |
| PTE Academic | 46 | 38 | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 56 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 14 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025 fees
2025: $32,544 per course (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024 fees
2024: $30,692 per course (96 credit points)
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT College Merit Scholarship
A scholarship for future international diploma and foundation students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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