Study a Diploma in Health

Prepare for success with Flinders University Academy

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

Duration

8 or 12 months

Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

Delivery Mode

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

Annual Fees

AUD $33,000

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0)

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

Duration

8 or 12 months

Start Dates

February - 12 month program

June & October - 8 month program

Delivery Mode

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

Annual Fees

AUD $33,000

English Language Entry requirements

Overall IELTS score of 5.5 (no band below 5.0)

Entry Requirements

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

“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

What can you 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. 

Your pathway to a Flinders degree

 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

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.