OVERVIEW

La Trobe University is one of Australia’s leading health education providers and can give you the best possible head start to your career as a health professional.

The Diploma of Health Sciences provides an introduction into a range of health professions, and can help you discover your ideal role in the rapidly evolving health sector.

You’ll be introduced to the anatomical organisation of the body, the basics of cell structure and function, and the fundamentals of the nervous and endocrine systems. You’ll also begin to learn how the particular characteristics and actions of a person can impact health and welfare.

COURSE STRUCURE

Throughout your Diploma of Health Sciences, you’ll study six core units along with two electives, for a total of eight units before graduation.

Core Units
Throughout your Diploma of Health Sciences, you’ll study six core units along with two electives, for a total of eight units before graduation.

• LTM1AIM Academic Integrity Module

• HHLT1IPP Introduction to Professional Practice

• HHBS1HBA Human Biosciences A

• HPHE1IDH Individual Determinants of Health

• HHLTRAE Research and Evidence in Practice

• HHBS1HBB Human Bioscience B

• HPHE1SDH Social Determinants of Health