Diploma in Health

Gain valuable introductory health knowledge and essential university skills with the 100% online Diploma in Health. 

In 12 months of study, you’ll cover core health topics across anatomy, human physiology and biosciences, complemented by two degree-level elective courses spanning health and nutrition, human biology, psychology concepts, mental health, or First Nations’ health.  

Strengthen your study skills and develop your proficiency in writing academic assignments, learning to apply critical thinking to your studies, using Excel for data analysis, and understanding basic computer software. You’ll graduate ready to step into a bachelor’s degree, equipped with the skill set to pursue lifelong learning and discover your rewarding career in the health sector.

Prepare for successful study in a health degree with a solid foundation of core health knowledge strengthened by core university study skills. 

Adelaide University’s 100% online Diploma in Health is an ideal pathway to degree-level study, equipping you with the essential skills to succeed in university study and beyond. Upon completion of your studies, you’ll receive up to two credits towards your chosen degree in a health discipline, along with a GPA that can be used for competitive entry into a range of in-demand programs. 

Graduate with a clear pathway into a degree and the skills and knowledge to pursue a career in the growing healthcare industry.

Recommended study pattern

Year 1

UO Applied Computer Practices (COMP1024)

UO Introduction to Biosciences (EART1011)

UO Critical Thinking: Media and Academia (COMM1007)

UO Introduction to Anatomy (HLTH1028)

UO Introduction to Human Physiology (HLTH1029)

UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning (SOCI3014)

UO First Peoples' Health (PUBH1007)

UO Foundations of Health and Physical Activity (HLTH1026)

UO Foundations of Human Biology 1 (BIOL1028)

UO Foundations of Human Biology 2 (BIOL1029)

UO Foundations of Nutrition and Health (NUTR1001)

UO Health and Society (PUBH1008)

UO Health Systems and Services (PUBH1009)

UO Introduction to Mental Health (HLTH1025)

UO Psychology Concepts (PSYC1017)

UO The Social World (SOCI1012)

Award requirements

Students must complete 8 subjects, including 2 electives.

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Indicative total fee $8,728

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

• Secondary education (Year 12)
• Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
• Vocational Education and Training (VET)
• Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate III (AQF level 3) or higher.
• Work and life experience
• Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
• A competitive result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
• Successful completion of an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience; OR
• Qualify for special entry.

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate III (AQF level 3) or higher.

• Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
• A competitive result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
• Successful completion of an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience; OR
• Qualify for special entry.

English language entry requirements for International students only.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

IELTS Overall 6.5

IELTS Reading 6.0

IELTS Listening 6.0

IELTS Speaking 6.0

IELTS Writing 6.0