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Overview
This Diploma is an exit qualification only, and is available to students who discontinue their study in the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery or the Bachelor of Health Science, after successfully completing eight or more units as prescribed in the course structure. This diploma provides foundation skills for further tertiary study.
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Credit transfer
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Credit transfer
For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU
Fees
Why study a health course at CDU?
As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- Choose to study online, on campus, part-time or full-time as it suits you
- Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
- Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous health, tropical medicine and other issues of regional and national importance
Why study a health course at CDU?
As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
- Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance
Why study a health course at CDU?
As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- Choose to study online, on campus, part-time or full-time as it suits you
- Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
- Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous health, tropical medicine and other issues of regional and national importance
Why study a health course at CDU?
As an increasingly in-demand industry, there's never been a better time to find a career in healthcare. Become a qualified health professional with CDU's wide range of courses and gain the skills and knowledge to make an impact on the wellbeing of your community.
- Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
- Placements and research opportunities in the NT, across Australia, and around the world
- Uniquely positioned to explore Indigenous and Asia-Pacific health, tropical medicine and other issues of international importance
What will I study?
To be eligible for the Diploma of Health exit award a candidate must successfully complete units totalling 80 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.
Course structure
| Unit type | Credit Points | Specific requirements |
| Common Units (2 units)
| 20cp
| Common units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below. IAS201 Cultural Capabilities (replaces CUC107 from 2024) (compulsory) Plus either: LAL100 Language, Literacy and Sustainability (replaces CUC100 from 2024) OR CUC106 Design and Innovation: Communicating Technology |
| Core Units (0 units) | 0cp | There are no Core Units for this course. |
| Specialist Elective (5- 6 units) | 50 - 60 cp | Specialist Elective Units totalling 50 - 60 credit points selected from the list of available units detailed below: Nursing (60 credit points) NUR115 Primary Health Care (replaced by NUR135 from 2021) NUR120 Introduction to Professional Nursing (replaced by NUR131 from 2021) NUR125 Nursing Practice 1 (not offered 2024) SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 HSC203 Perspectives of Indigenous Health (replaced by NUR133 from 2021) HSC210 Health Sociology (previously NUR210) (replaced by NUR132 from 2021) HSC230 Cultural Safety in Healthcare (previously HEA230 and NUR112) (replaced by NUR252 from 2021) NUR219 Mental Health Nursing (not offered 2024) NUR231 Challenge and Response to Body Integrity 1 (replaced by SBI241 from 2021) NUR241 Challenge and Response to Body Integrity 2 (replaced by SBI242 from 2021) NUR244 Nursing Practice 2 (not offered 2024) NUR250 Medical Surgical Nursing 1 (previously NUR243)(replaced by NUR255 from 2021) NUR251 Medical Surgical Nursing 2 Midwifery (60 credit points) MID101 Introduction to Midwifery Practice MID102 Fundamental Skills for Midwifery Practice SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 SWK102 Communication Skills (previously SWK142B) PSY202 Developmental Psychology (previously NUR240) (replaced by PSY203 2022) Health Science (50 credit points) HSC101 Australian Health Care Systems (replaced by HSC121 from 2020) HSC111 Ethics in Health Care HSC112 Basics of Epidemiology SWK102 Communication Skills PSY140 Introduction to Psychology A (replaced by PSY150 2022) HSC201 Health Promotion (replaced by HSC132 from 2020) HSC204 Chronic Conditions Management HSC205 Health Care Policy HSC210 Health Sociology (no longer offered) |
| Elective (0 - 1 units) | 0 - 10cp | Units totalling 10 credit points selected from undergraduate units offered by the University. Health Science students only 1 x Elective Unit There are no electives available for students exiting the Nursing or Midwifery degrees. |
80cp | Total Credit Points |
Course Rules (unless otherwise indicated in the above course structure)
- See the Higher Education Course Rules (Award Requirements) in the Units and Courses Policy.
COURSE CHANGES AND TRANSITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS - 2022
PSY140 has been replaced by PSY150. Students that have completed PSY140 prior to 2022 should not complete PSY150.
PSY202 has been replaced by PSY203. Students that have completed PSY202 prior to 2022 should not complete PSY203.
Course Changes - 2021
Please note the following course structure changes:
NUR231 Challenge and Response to Body Integrity 2 has been replaced by SBI241 Pathophysiology for Healthcare.
NUR241 Challenge and Response to Body Integrity 2 has been replaced by SBI242 Pharmacology for Clinical Practice
Study plan
There is no recommended study plan for this course as it is an exit award only. For further information contact Student Central.
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
This course is not available for entry however is available as an alternative exit award from the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery or the Bachelor of Health Science.
Students must have completed 80 credit points in the initial course and meet the course structure requirements specified for the Diploma.
Essential requirements
English language requirements
To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. International applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30) | Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3 |
| IELTS Academic Module | A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | A minimum overall grade of B2. |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
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I've had the unique opportunity to explore tropical and rural health, which I may not have had the exposure to had I studied elsewhere.
Katie
CDU student
My advice for anyone who is considering studying a health or science degree at CDU is if you are thinking about it, just do it.
Nishat
CDU student
I've had the unique opportunity to explore tropical and rural health, which I may not have had the exposure to had I studied elsewhere.
Katie
CDU student
My advice for anyone who is considering studying a health or science degree at CDU is if you are thinking about it, just do it.
Nishat
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.
Australian qualification framework
This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 5.
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You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
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Remember to apply early for your best chance at securing an offer to study with us.
This course is not available for direct entry however is available as an alternative exit award from the Bachelor of Nursing, the Bachelor of Midwifery or the Bachelor of Health Science.
Further Assistance
For information on applying for an exit award please contact Charles Darwin University Student Central for assistance.
E: student.central@cdu.edu.au
T: 1800 061 963 (freecall)
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