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Diploma in Health Sciences

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Through the Diploma in Health Sciences (DipHealSc), you will understand the principles and practices of health promotion.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
DipHealSc
Domestic Fees
$7,609 per year / $7,609 total
International Fees
$34,000 per year / $34,000 total

About this course

Through the Diploma in Health Sciences (DipHealSc), you will understand the principles and practices of health promotion. Learn about how you can be part of driving the change for a healthier Aotearoa, and empower our communities to take health back on their own terms and increase access to services.

The Diploma in Health Sciences (DipHealSc) is an ideal option to add health promotion knowledge to your studies or career, or as a pathway to the Bachelor of Health Sciences.

Entry requirements

Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For information on the enrolment process, please see how to apply for undergraduate qualifications.

Study locations

Main Campus

Career pathways

The health sector needs more graduates to cope with rising needs, which means there are many different roles to help improve services and systems, and raise awareness.

Some career pathways could include:

  • Health promotion
  • Wellbeing coordinator
  • Community health worker
  • Health education.

Find out more about what you can do with a degree from UC.