Diploma of Health Science
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Year |
2010 |
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Course Code |
101921 |
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Version |
1 |
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Faculty |
Medicine, Health and Molecular Sciences |
Award Requirements
Admission Requirements
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QTAC Pre-requisites |
Nil |
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Additional selection requirements |
Nil |
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Special admission requirements |
Nil |
Academic Requirements for Course Completion
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Credit points |
24 credit points as per course structure |
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Additional course rules |
Nil |
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Additional completion requirements |
Nil |
Course Structure
Core Subjects
CH1020:03 Preparatory Chemistry
CP1030:03 IT fundamentals
CU1010:03 Effective Writing
MA1020:03 Preparatory Mathematics
Options
Select 12 credit points specified level 1 subjects
AT1210:03 Introductory Human Anatomy and Histology
BM1000:03 Introductory Biochemistry and Microbiology
BZ1001:03 Fundamentals of Biology
CH1001:03 Chemistry: A Central Science
CH1002:03 Chemistry: Principles and Applications
CH1011:03 Chemistry for the Natural Sciences
HS1000:03 Epidemiology
HS1003:03 Lifespan Development for Health A
HS1005:03 Lifespan Development for Health
HS1111:03 Interactive Processes 1
HS1401:03 Health and Health Care in Australia
ML1101:03 Pathology Sample Collection and Transport
PH1001:03 Preparatory Physics
PP1201:03 Introduction to Physiology and Pharmacology
PY1101:03 Exploring Psychology 1
PY1102:03 Exploring Psychology 2
RH1002:03 Communication Skills for Therapy
RH1004:03 Allied Health Professionals in the Health Environment
SL1001:03 Introduction to Speech Pathology
SL1002:03 Introductory Linguistics and Phonetics
SL1004:03 Linguistics and Phonetics 2
SP1001:03 Science and Practice of Physical Activity
SP1002:03 Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Candidature
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Expected time to complete |
1 year full-time or equivalent part-time |
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Maximum time to complete |
3 years |
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Maximum leave of absence |
1 year |
Progression
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Course progression requisites |
Nil |
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Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) |
No |
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Special assessment requirements |
Nil |
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Accreditation requirements |
Nil |
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Maximum allowed Pass Conceded (PC) grade |
Nil |
|
Supplementary exam for final subject |
Not applicable |
Advanced Standing
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Eligibility |
Candidates may apply for advanced standing for previous tertiary study in accordance with the Advanced Standing for Previous Studies and Recognised Prior Learning policy associated procedures. |
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Maximum allowed |
6 credit points |
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Currency |
Advanced standing will be granted only for studies completed in the 5 years prior to the commencement of this course. |
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Expiry |
Advanced standing gained for any subject shall be cancelled 5 years after the date of the examination upon which the advanced standing is based if, by then, the candidate has not completed the course of study prescribed for the degree. |
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Other restrictions |
Not applicable |
Award Details
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Inclusion of majors on testamur |
Not applicable - this course does not have majors |
|
Exit with lesser award |
Not applicable |
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Course articulation |
Not applicable |
Document Modification History
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Version No. |
Approval Date |
Modification Type |
Effective Date |
|
1-09 |
10/2009 |
Original document |
10/2009 |