Diploma of Health Sciences

Bond University College

Whether you’re looking for a pathway to an undergraduate degree or contemplating a career change, Bond University College’s Diploma programs are the ideal steppingstone to university studies.To help you manage your transition to study, our flexible program allows you to customise your subject load – starting with one or two subjects part-time and building to full-time as your confidence grows. Alternatively, you can complete the diploma in just eight months studying full-time and start your chosen bachelor’s degree at the third semester mark.The Diploma of Health Sciences is a direct pathway into undergraduate studies in health sciences, biomedical science, and exercise and sports science. It offers a broad foundation in biological and chemical sciences where you will develop an understanding of the anatomical, molecular, and physiological processes of human health and function.One of the key benefits of opting to start your university studies with a Diploma is the extra support Bond University College offers. You’ll be well prepared for academic study in your first few weeks with an intensive skills program that covers essay writing, critical reading, study techniques, time management and more there’s more face-to-face teaching time in small group classes and you’ll have access to one-on-one tutoring, workshops and targeted study help through the Academic Skills Centre.The Diploma of Health Sciences offers a broad foundation in biological and chemical sciences where you will gain an understanding of basic and applied sciences, including the anatomical, molecular and physiological processes of human health and function. You will develop technical scientific and research skills using some of the latest research equipment, which can be applied across a broad range of industries. The Diploma has two pathways a) Biomedical Science (Pre-Health) and b) Exercise and Sports Science. Successful completion of the Diploma of Health Sciences program with a Biomedical Science (Pre-Health) pathway guarantees students a place in the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences or Bachelor of Health Sciences programs, with a possible 80 credit points credited towards their degree. Successful completion of the Diploma of Health Sciences program with an Exercise and Sports Science pathway guarantees students a place in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Performance with a possible 80 credit points credited towards their degree. Successful completion of the Diploma of Health Sciences program with an Exercise and Sports Science pathway guarantees students a place in the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with a possible 60 credit points credited towards their degree.

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